I took an easy stroll around the grounds of Olana in Hudson, NY. I hadn't been here in quite a few years. They took down quite a few trees so there are plenty of views of the surrounding areas. There were views east of the Taconics. Great views west of the Catskills and the Hudson River. Also, there were views to the south of the city of Hudson (yeah!). These areas were cut down to put it more in line of when the artist Frederic Church live here. I noticed the house to be of Middle Eastern influence. I guess, maybe I have learned a bit from taking history classes over the past couple years, for whatever that's worth.
You make me envious. Althought, can't say I really like the lay of the land at Olana. Sure there's the view, but most of the yard is entirely to steep to be usable. I also think the house is ugly. But I'm glad it's protected. It should remain protected, but be converted into a hostel for hikers. Probably not any trails around there. So guess it might be just a flop house for hippies.
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No. But I was dropping my bike off at the bike shop. I like the lay of the land, but right now since it's been recently logged, it looks real ugly.
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