We thoroughly enjoyed the Arkansas countryside, but the city of Little Rock had plenty to offer as well. Here is a snap of downtown Little Rock from the Junction Bridge.
The Arkansas Queen on the Arkansas River. It was anchored right next to a historic naval submarine that is now a maritime museum.
The brightly lit Capitol Dome caught our attention while we were strolling by the Arkansas river. We decided to drive down and take a look.
A replica of the liberty bell - installed to commemorate the Bicentennial celebration of American Independence. On the 4th of July 1976, similar bells were installed in every state across the country and they were all rung at the same time.
Apart from the river market, this city boasts of having the best Capitol gardens in the Country. The Capitol itself was an impressive sight!
We drove back home to Dallas - took us about 5 hours. Every place I visit in the United States makes me wonder about the similarities with India though they are half a world apart. In terms of diversity, natural beauty, tolerance, values and hospitality of the people, we are very much alike. We share similar joys and pain and fight for shared values of freedom, soverignty and prosperity and we can learn so much from each other. Overall, It was a weekend of fun, more memories to cherish and one more learning experience about this great and vast nation.
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