International Picnic Day 2019: Best Picnic Spots From Around the World You Can Plan Outings At
A fun holiday that is marked every year is the International Picnic Day on June 18. It is a day to commune with nature and enjoy a lovely day out amidst the surroundings.
Whenever there is a holiday coming up most people make plans to go out with family or friends. And looking forward to a holiday is always one of the most exciting things. A fun holiday that is marked every year is the International Picnic Day on June 18. It is a day to commune with nature and enjoys a lovely day out amidst the surroundings. It is a day that specifically celebrates gathering together outdoors to eat and enjoy one another's company, be it among friends or family. International Picnic Day 2019: Date and Significance of the Day That Encourages You to Take a Break.
The word picnic can be traced to the French Revolution and the Victorian Era. Going on a picnic was a way for people to escape the restrictions of etiquette and formality. But it is not known how the celebrations of the International Picnic Day began. It is an informal holiday and is marked in several countries around the world. Ahead of International Picnic Day 2019, we give you a list of few popular picnic spots around the world.
Beautiful Picnic Spots Around the World
Central Park, New York
Central Park is an urban park located in Manhattan, New York. It is one of the most visited urban parks in the entire US and also has many references in pop culture, which has only increased its popularity. Covering 843 acres, it is the fifth largest park and sees close to 40 million visitors a year. A lot of people come around with a blanket for a picnic even on regular weekends. Among all the towering buildings around, Central Park is undoubtedly among the most popular picnic spots in the world.
Hyde Park, London
Located in Central London, Hyde Park is a Royal Park that forms from the entrance of Kensington Palace through Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, via Hyde Park Corner past the main entrance to Buckingham Palace. The park is a wonderful site of history which covers an area of 350 acres. You could enjoy boating, a bit of wildlife, playground, cafes and restaurants and have a good picnic here.
Botanic Gardens, Singapore
If you clearly want to spend a day amidst nature, then Botanic Gardens in Singapore is one of the best tropical gardens in the world. It is in fact, the first and only tropical botanic garden on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List. It is a 160-year-old tropical garden with a National Orchid Garden its main attraction. A collection of more than 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids of orchids, it is a delight for nature lovers. A top park location in Asia is one of the best places to go for a picnic.
Kowloon Park, Hong Kong
Kowloon Park is a large public park located in the Tsim Sha Tsui region of Hong Kong. Spread across a wide area of 13.3 hectares has a floral garden section, along with the Hong Kong Museum of History. So if you want a mix of both a good day stroll along with a bit of history, this is a good place to be. The park houses also have an indoor sports centre along with an aquatic centre. The pool can serve up to 2000 swimmers at one point. An area is converted into children's playground. So you can have a good picnic here if you go along with your entire family, there is something for everyone.
Machu Picchu, Peru
If you are keenly interested in architecture and history then the Peruvian city of Machu Picchu deserves a visit. Discovered over 100 years ago, this citadel is nestled in the high slopes of Southern Peru along the Sacred Valley. Often referred to as the 'Lost City of the Incas' these are ruins of Inca civilization. It is among the New Seven Wonders of the World and the day here will surely leave one intrigued with its history and culture.
These are some of the popular picnic spots around the world, which you can visit depending on your interests, accessibility and convenience. Make sure you make most of the International Picnic Day 2019!
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