This water lily was photgraphed at the Sunken Gardens in Lincoln.
The Sunken Gardens was built in 1930 on an old 1.5 acre neighborhood landfill site in the heart of Lincoln. The sunken gardens were made in a depression (hence their name) and were originally known as Lincoln's 'Rock Garden', which described their design. The project was developped as an opportunity for unemployed men to earn money to support their families through the difficult economic circumstances.
After nearly 73 years without a major renovation, the Sunken Gardens was overhauled in 2004.
Major streets are on two sides of the gardens, but because it is a sunken garden it is still a lovely oasis.
As the year progresses, you will most likely see many more photos from the Sunken Gardens.
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