Delaware gets a reputation for being a boring, drive-through state, but those who take the time to explore the Brandywine Valley and DuPont corridor know that is far from the truth. Visit one of the most beautiful DuPont estates, Winterthur, to see for yourself how magnificent the First State can be.
When the gardens at Winterthur begin to bloom, it truly is a sight to see!
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In each season, bright and colorful flowers erupt from the 1,000 acre property, turning it into a sea of color and life.
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Be sure to make your way back to the Sundial Garden. This hidden oasis is worth the trek to get there.
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No matter where you wander, your senses will be overcome with beauty and the heavenly aroma of the blossoms.
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There are so many treasures hidden throughout the grounds that you’ll need to come back again and again to discover them all.
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Perhaps the most magical spot is the three-acre Enchanted Woods.
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This fairy themed hideaway is a wonderland and a natural playground, crafted by the faeries of Winterthur themselves for children and adults to enjoy.
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Whatever you do - don’t step into the fairy ring, or you’ll be swallowed up into the faerieland for good!
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These wonderful gardens are preserved and maintained thanks to Henry Francis du Pont, who wanted his legacy to be the land that he carefully tended over his life.
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Winterthur is located at 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE 19735. For information on admission packages and membership, as well as current exhibits, visit their website here.
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