Independence Park is the oldest park in Charlotte and is situated between the Elizabeth and Piedmont Park. There is rose garden with an exhibition area, a playground, picnic areas, etc. So, with all these facilities in Independence Park it is a timeless attraction for tourists in Charlotte. Memorials made of bronze and stone are centerpieces of park and are dedicated to a woman lost her life while saving a child in Carolina Mountains.

There are many sports facility also available in Independence Park such as two basketball courts, a volleyball court, two tennis courts, batting cage and three hiking trails. So families can come in group and can enjoy playing these games. So many shelters are available for private events. Families can plan picnic and can enjoy in this park.

Independence Park is the best place for children to enjoy as there are all facilities available for them including a big garden, sports facilities, etc. So, this time it will be the best idea to plan picnic with your family in this garden. I am sure that you will enjoy a lot.

It is the best place in Charlotte where tourists can enjoy the beauty of nature. There are so many hotels near to this park so that tourist can take rest after enjoying whole day in the garden. To know more about these hotels please visit the website given below:

Hotels near Independence Park

http://www.gusto.com/northcarolina/charlotte/hotels/near/independencepark-7100/city1733339.html

You can get more information about this park by logging on to the following websites:

History of Independence Park

http://www.cmhpf.org/surveys&rindependencepark.htm

Guide of Independence Park

http://www.charlottecultureguide.com/organization.php?id=190

Independence Park on super pages

http://www.superpages.com/cities/Charlotte-NC/kids.html

When sightseeing in the picturesque city of Charlotte, one can always visit free of cost, Independence Park, imbedded within the largest city of the State of North Carolina. One only needs to find accommodation at the Hotel Charlotte by simply making an online reservation at its official site.

http://www.hotelcharlotte.com/

Attractions of the Park

With a distinctly Elizabethan surrounding, the park has many attractions to offer for nature lovers, like a rose garden which has a gazebo and just opposite to it, a perennial garden albeit snow during the winter and areas specifically for picnics. It is also accommodated with facilities for those athletically inclined. The Arhelger Memorial, made of bronze and stone, is actually a dedication in memory of a twenty one year old woman who had sacrificed her life to save that of a young child's within the Carolina Mountains is the centre piece of this lovely garden. One can get a tantalizing glimpse of this traveler destination by visiting the following website.

http://www.cmhpf.org/surveys&rindependencepark.htm

Food For the Hungry Soul

Independence park is surrounded by many useful restaurants. American foodies can always visit the Carpe Diem Restaurant. Those opting for a lighter soup or salad can visit Crisp 7th Street Cafe. But those who choose to walk back to Hotel Charlotte and gain a healthy appetite can always have options like seafood at the Aquavina, Thai at Basil thai cuisine, and the ever popular steaks at Capital Grille, situated at walking distances from the hotel. But those who prefer a robust drink can always walk into places like the Double Door Inn, Snug Harbor or the Breakfast Club. All such information can be got from the website

http://events.charlotteobserver.com/charlotte-nc/venues/show/568898-independence-park

The Independence Park is situated in the heart of the Elizabeth neighborhood and is the oldest Park in the entire region of Charlotte. The rose garden, playground, picnic areas athletic facilities are some of the features found in the Independence Park. This park also features the Arhelger Memorial made from stone and bronze that is dedicated in memory of a woman, aged 21 years, who died while trying to save a child in the Carolina Mountains.

History of Independence Park

This is the earliest recreational area to be owned by the City of Charlotte and is located to the east of Sugar Creek between Monroe Road and Elizabeth Avenue. John Noel designed it in the 1905. In 1931, the Lillian Arhelger Memorial was build in memory of a schoolteacher who died while trying to save a child.

http://www.cmhpf.org/surveys&rindependencepark.htm

What to Find in the Independence Park Charlotte

There are several things within the Park which includes the playground, batting cafe, basketball, picnic, baseball, park, and a tennis court. This is an amazing park which is a must visit if you are in North Carolina. Hotel Charlotte NC is found in this park giving you easy access to the park.

http://events.charlotteobserver.com/charlotte-nc/venues/show/568898-independence-park