Whether you are a baseball fan or not, the Fenway Park is a must see attraction in Boston! Home to the famous Boston Red Sox, it is the countrys oldest ballpark for major league games. It is also the only original ballpark in America that retains most of the same characteristics and features that it had since its inception. The Fenway Park was built in 1912 and has since then been the site of many exciting baseball games. The park exudes an aura of grandeur and history attracting crowds of locals and foreigners to experience its majesty.
Situated very close to Bostons Kenmore Square at 4 Yawkey Way, visitors are able to engage in leisurely tours of Fenway Park. There are several quirky and unique features of the park that can be explored which has come about as a result of the minor changes that have been to the parks interior over the years. One of them is the famed Green Monster, which actually refers to a large green wall favoured for hits by right hand baseball batsmen. The wall is approximately 37 feet long and 2 inches thick, and holds the scoreboard which is manually operated during games.
The Lone Red seat at Fenway Park is another must see. Located amid the bleachers at the right of the field, it stands as a tribute to the longest home run that was ever hit in the stadium. A visit to the park would not be complete without viewing and hearing about the reputed Peskys Pole. This is the title given to a pole located along the foul line at the right of the field which is the shortest porch in Baseball Major League games.
Being able to seat a crowd of over 35000, Fenway Park reflects the rich history of American baseball and is one of the countrys most popular ballparks. If you plan to holiday in Boston, you should definitely pay a visit to this famous attraction in the city. Apart from the Park, there are also several other interesting places to visit in and around the city. During your stay, take the time to relax and pamper yourself at a
Boston spa such as the Chuan Spa Boston. Situated in the Langham Boston, this reputed
spa in Boston is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and completely rejuvenated with its soothing treatments and therapies.
