Oregon, or "beaver state", is one of the major Pacific states of the United States, located in the northwest of the country and bordering Washington, Idaho in the north and east, Nevada and California in the south . The capital of the state is Salem, was previously an Indian settlement, and the largest city of Portland is known for the title of the greenest city in America and its star residents: the master of postmodern satire Chuck Palahnik, the legendary fantasy genre Ursula Le Guin and the "father" of the animated television series "The Simpsons" Matt Greeding . in Eugene .
By area, Oregon is on the 9th place among its allies in the union (255,000 sq. Km). Such a vast territory includes a variety of natural regions, which adds to the attractiveness of the state in the eyes of tourists. In addition to mountain regions, the ocean coast and picturesque river valleys, even solonchaks of deserts can be found here
In addition, Oregon is a successful rival of the California Napa Valley in the refinement and variety of wine products. Unforgettable pleasure can be obtained from the wine tour through the valley Villamett. For over 80 years, the tourism industry in the state has developed, so the level of service and variety of entertainment offered to the staff of the state can satisfy even the most demanding taste
How to get to Oregon
If traveling to the US begins with Oregon, then it's cheaper to fly from Russia to Los Angeles or New York, and from there to Portland. Direct flights Moscow - Portland are quite expensive. Portland International Airport is located 6 km north-east of the city. Help desk airport: 877 739 4636.
Search for airline tickets to the city of Portland (nearest Oregon airport)
Transportation in the region
Rent a car for travel around the state better in Portland. Especially without a car it is absolutely impossible to make tours through the valley Villamett. Be careful: parking at the main attractions, parks and museums are paid.
Natural attractions
Fans of rock and forest trekking will definitely go to the Cascade Mountains of Oregon, in the realm of potentially dangerous volcanoes. The largest of them is Mount Hood (3429 m). In the center of one of the many reserves of Oregon - the National Forest of Deschats there is another large volcano - Newberry (2,435 m). A popular tourist route runs through the Crater Lake National Park, founded in 1902 in the south of the state.To the east of the Cascade mountains is a vast territory is occupied by the so-called "High Desert of Oregon" - arid lands at an altitude of 1200 m from sea level. Pacific Coast of the State is rich in sandy beaches, numerous coastal shoals, rocky coves and bays.
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about 100 kilometers southwest of Portland is Willamette Valley, a bucolic paradise with fertile land. Here come tourists from all over the world in the so-called wine tours. Valley Villamett revels in its anti-Napa status, as local winemakers do not chase the grandiose profits of their Californian rival, but are engaged in improving the quality of exclusive wines.
However, it is this legendary wine is dedicated to the International Pinot Noir Festival, which takes place in the Villametta Valley every July.
It is best to come here in the sunny late spring or summer, because from October to June in Western Oregon the rainy season and the valley are to be immersed in fog. Although, it even adds a mysterious fleur to your journey through the valley.
Villamett offers small hotels and cozy restaurants with good cuisine. Such as:
- GreatValue Inn at Red Hills - the first boutique hotel Villamett, opened in 2009. Address: 1410 NW Hwy. 99W, Dundee; Tel. 503 538 7666. Number for two from $ 139, the average check of dinner - $ 75.
- Cafe Nick's Italian Café. Address: 521 N.E. Third St., McMinnville; Tel. 503 434 4471. Average check of dinner $ 80.
- Restaurant Recipe. Address: 115 N. Washington St., Newberg; Tel. 503 487 6853. The average check of a supper 50 $.
- Thistle Restaurant. Address: 228 N.E. Evans St., McMinnville; Tel. 503 472 9623. The average dinner check is $ 70.
The prices are indicated for June 2013.
The Wine Parade, which is worth trying, being in Oregon
- Quarter Mile Lane Pinot Noir 2009 in the vineyard of Adelsheim Vineyard has a vintage fragrance warm grapes with notes of blackberries. Tel. 503 538 3652.
- Grown Pinot Noir Eola-Amity Hills 2009 in the boutique Antica Terra is a wine of intensive, rich taste with a long aftertaste of dark blue fruits. Tel. 503 244 1748.
- Ana Pinot Noir 2008 from the manufacturer Winderlea - a limited series of inexpensive wine from candied cherry-red varieties, striking with its tenderness, like melting in its mouth Burgundy cherry, grown under the Oregon sun. Tel. 503 554 5900
Entertainment, sightseeing and attractions of Oregon
Little tourists and their parents Portland may be interested in the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and the Oregon Zoo Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is divided into laboratories about the Earth, about life , an engineering game room, a natural science fair and others. In the museum, you can also visit several unique facilities, such as the US Army submarine and the Kendall Planetarium.
Visiting the museum is quite expensive It's a pleasure, because the entrance to each exposition is paid for separately, but the children's emotions are worth it. Address: 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland 97214
Although the Oregon Zoo is on the outskirts of Portland, it is most convenient to reach it on public ansporte, since there may be problems with car parking. The zoo is very extensive, with a variety of animals from different geographical areas. Here and monkeys, and elephants, and giraffes, and Canadian grizzlies. The zoo is adapted for visiting people with disabilities. Do not be afraid of large areas, back to the beginning of the tour, tourists are provided with a free Zoomer. Address: 4001 Southwest Canyon Road, Portland 97221-9704.