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This blog is about historical and cultural sites, places and events all over the world visited by bicycle or that could be visited by bicycle. It is to show that a motor vehicle does not always have to be used and it is often better to visit these places by bicycle.

Showing posts with label Des Moines River. Show all posts
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Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Des Moines, Iowa: Asian Gardens















































Previous articles in series:
Des Moines, Iowa: Altar of the Nation
Des Moines, Iowa: Women of Achievement Bridge
Des Moines, Iowa: Views from the Women of Achievement Bridge
Des Moines, Iowa: Des Moines River Dam
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Des Moines, Iowa: Des Moines River Dam


















Previous articles in series:
Des Moines, Iowa: Altar of the Nation
Des Moines, Iowa: Women of Achievement Bridge
Des Moines, Iowa: Views from the Women of Achievement Bridge
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