Sentences with phrase «groves of»

Originally home to tribes of the Miwok Indians, the coastal fog - typically burning off by late morning - makes the climate perfect for tall and historic groves of the famous California Redwoods.

Today's financial markets are the result of a recent but obscure revolution that took root in the groves of ivy rather than in the canyons of lower Manhattan... In their quiet way the academics overcame the old guard and liberated the city of capital.

Being a family law lawyer myself, with some thirteen years» worth of litigation under my belt before I absconded to the groves of academe, I do understand these sentiments.

Much of the timber used to make pellets comes from the South's bottomland hardwood forests — brooding groves of cypress, tupelo gums, sweetgums, oaks, and poplars.

Quick note on afforestation in California: CA used the irrigation provided by its water project to sustain large groves of fruit and nut trees (whose product had large commercial value); subsequently, many of these trees were sacrificed to enhance the natural environment of the Delta Snail Darter (which has no commercial value), which has resulted in large stands of dead or moribund trees.

The groves of autumn olives sometimes seem impenetrable, and there are other aggressive invaders, like multiflora rose and tall fescue.

Between the fields stand groves of dark green mid-summer trees, I am reminded that this scene is in jeopardy.

The monarch butterfly is considered a near - threatened species because of their dependence on specific groves of trees for spending the winter months.

But these last works, made in 1989, caused a local firestorm in New York (plus a few groves of academe), where arguments over women's subjugation were fierce.

· slides > Walker Art Center will add a new glass - walled entrance pavilion, groves of trees and acres of new grass in $ 75 million project startribune

But much of my time with Project CARS has been spent chasing that feeling, glimpsing the submlime through the groves of customization options and tuning elements that Project CARS has planted.

Tucked away on the northern most point of Cebu itself, the endless white beaches and lush tropical groves of Malapascua are only a short 30 minute boat ride from Maya jetty, which itself is about 3 1/2 hours from the international airport.

The innovative design of ZEST Lifestyle Cafe takes inspiration from Miami's South Beach, Sydney's Bondi Beach, and the citrus groves of Lenkaran, the subtropical southern region of Azerbaijan.

Landscaping plans will see these seaside cottages draped in vibrant bougainvillea and surrounded with groves of coco palms and lush island greenery.

Nestled among groves of majestic paperbark trees is THE REEF RETREAT Boutique Holiday Apartments, a low - rise collection of self contained Palm Cove Accommodation.

This pristine white sandy beach is surrounded by lava rocks and large groves of shady trees.

With groves of trees and dozens of acres for trail access, this property offers the perfect opportunity equestrian activities, biking and farming.

Skytrek takes you through majestic River Red Gum lined creeks, groves of native pines and Black Oak to the top of Mount Caernarvon, the highest vehicle access point in the Flinders Ranges.

Ideally, families will rest and recharge at the resort for three to four days before kicking things up a notch and joining the well - heeled crowds at nearby Cote D'Azur or wandering around the medieval villages and olive groves of Provence

The Pacific coast boasts some spectacular scenery, gorgeous sandy beaches, lush rainforests, and massive groves of mangrove trees.

Surrounded by groves of citrus trees, Ortahisar is considered the agricultural supply of Cappadocia.

Roughly 200 miles of trails meander through the groves of the state and national parks that together comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to the protection of the giant trees.

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Nestled amongst groves of cinnamon trees and fragrant blooms, this haven is situated overlooking a tropical forest and the gently flowing Ayung River.

Majorca, the largest of the islands, boasts a wealth of beautiful landscapes, from the rocky coves and turquoise bays of its northwestern coast to the vineyards and olive groves of the central plain.

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, Thailand.An away from it all hillside resort on the mystical Gulf of Siam.Spacious Thai villas are wrapped in tropical gardens, conserved coconut groves and the amphitheatre of sky, sea and islands.Enjoy the forest spa.Dine at hillcrest or beachside.Splash in the private bay.And explore a pristine world of beaches, reefs, rainforest and sunshine.Revel in the many faces of Thailand.Deftly designed around groves of coconut palms, the 63 villas and residences offer chic, al fresco living spaces with their own infinity pools and astonishing panoramas of the Gulf of Siam.

The 6263 metre golf course is home to the Australia PGA Championships and boasts manicured fairways that wind along native bushland and groves of melaleuca.

Instead, it is a place to unwind, with relaxations such as morning walks on the beach, snorkeling in calm lagoons, enjoying a good book in a shaded hammock, or a wander through groves of tropical fruits and flowers.

Shallower sites in this region feature groves of staghorn, elkhorn and brain corals, covered in schools of blue tangs, wrasse, grunts, and snappers, and harboring queen angelfish, parrotfish and spotted trunkfish.

Scenes of the movie were filmed all around Kauai, including Jack Sparrow discovering the unique Honopu arch on the Napali Coast, which is only accessible by boat, or being held captive on the coconut groves of the closed Coco Palms Hotel in Kapaa.

It flows gently through groves of magnificent Palo Blanco trees and stately cardon cactus, accented by lush expanses of sprawling fairways...

However, the nearby Sierra Laguna Mountains receive abundant rainfall that in fact nourishes several organic farms, groves of mangos, palm trees and papayas throughout the Todos Santos area.

This 5 - bedroom luxury retreat is found in the emerald rice paddies and coconut groves of Canggu, just a short drive from the black volcanic coastline of Pererenan beach.

Nestled among groves of majestic paperbark trees THE REEF RETREAT, a low - rise collection of boutique studios, suites, spa suites and 2 bedroom villa.

Caire's legacy is visible on the island in brick and stone ranch buildings, the groves of ornamental trees and fruit and nut orchards, the numerous dry stone masonry structures walls and dams, and the road system.

Over the road is Farley Hill National Park which houses the ruins of a palatial mansion and features groves of mahogany trees and awesome views of the east coast.

2) The Elk Valley is home to many groves of ancient trees, many of whom had just sprouted when the Inca and Aztec civilizations began 800 years ago.

The grandeur of the redwoods can be experienced throughout the region, from the protected groves of Muir Woods National Monument and Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve in the south to the massive forests of Humboldt Redwoods State Park along the Avenue of the Giants in the north.

Santa Rosa Island holds two groves of the Torrey pine subspecies Pinus torreyana var.

White peacocks stroll freely over immaculately - tended lawns, whilst elsewhere the gardens contain beds of exotic plants and colourful flowers and groves of mature trees each area divided by neat hedges.

Nestled within groves of tall coconut palms swaying to the sound of the waves, Villa Ananda is a lavish luxury retreat worlds away from its bustling southerly neighbour, Phuket.

Accessible via the Pipiwai Trail that weaves through groves of bamboo, the waterfall is arguably one of Maui's most mystical, magical spots.

Kauai's East Side is sometimes called the Coconut Coast for the groves of coconut palms that grow there.

5 — Fir Trail / Cedar and Fir Grove — The Fir trail is an easy extension to the Lake trail and has some magnificent groves of old growth forest including giant Douglas Fir and Cedar trees.

A romantic escape for couples or small groups just two hours from Sydney, among the vineyards and olive groves of Pokolbin's Hermitage Road.

Karpata combines abundant marine life with groves of elkhorn coral starting in shallow water.

Beachfront resorts complement rather than eclipse the scenic beauty of coastal bays, and just a bit inland and higher up, the second wave of guest houses and upscale boutique hotels are cloistered in groves of greenery or sit perched on hillsides that deliver panoramic views of sea and sky.

Below the island's green hills and white sand beaches lie volcanic slopes encrusted in hard corals and festooned with undulating groves of colorful sea fans and sponges.

Los Osos Oaks State Natural Reserve features ancient sand dunes covered with centuries - old coast live oak trees.Large groves of non-native eucalyptus trees attract the annually migrating Monarch butterflies to Los Osos.

The Samujana villas were designed by Gary Fell of GFAB Architects to be extensions of the landscapes, with covered terraces that blend into rock outcrops and groves of trees, and rooftops covered in planters and natural stone.