Chiswick House and Gardens is such a beautiful place! It is said to be the birthplace of English landscape gardening, which spread around Britain, and the world. This place feels very Italian. Perfect for my “Italian Movie Dreams” photo series.
Classic Bridge
This grand stone bridge was built for the fifth Duke of Devonshire, from here enjoy the vistas and wildlife on the lake.
Classic Bridge. Detail
Inigo Jones Gateway
The gateway was designed by the architect Inigo Jones for Beaufort House, Chelsea in 1621 Lord Burlington acquired it in 1738.
Inigo Jones Gateway. Detail
The Wilderness. Eyecatcher
Ionic Temple
A self-contained garden, which focuses on an Obelisk and the Ionic Temple, it is one of the few surviving 18th century buildings.
Ionic Temple
Ionic Temple