Matanzas River

Each of these pictures were taken near or inside the Santa Maria Restaurant in St Augustine, FL

The Bridge of Lions under renovation

This picture was taken in 2008 while we were on vacation in St Augustine, Fl.  They have since completed the renovations, but I have heard and read that they have been having difficulties since it was completed.  this is unfortunate as I have always liked the Bridge and was glad to hear that they had decided to renovate instead of replace.

The Great Cross of St Augustine

 

 This massive structure is made of stainless steel and rises 208 feet above the marshes of the Matanzas River.  It stands as a sentinel over the Mission of Nombre de Dios and a "Beacon of Faith"  for all who pass it's way. (More on the cross later.)