See the tallest observation tower in the Midwest

See the tallest observation tower in the Midwest

Cordova Observation Tower sits on the north shore of Lake Red Rock in Marion County, Iowa, and is the tallest observation tower in a public park in the Midwest. Location: Cordova Park, 1293 Emerald Drive, Otley, IA 50214 When is the Cordova Observation Tower open? According to the Cordova Park webpage, it is open from…

Kerstmarkt: Pella’s Dutch Christmas Market

Kerstmarkt: Pella’s Dutch Christmas Market

Several years ago, a few community members from Pella, Iowa went to the Netherlands to experience traditional Dutch Christmas markets and brought the idea back for development in Pella. Enjoy hot Dutch drinks and food, listen to live music, and wander through the various artisan’s booths, all inspired by the outdoor markets in the Netherlands….

Pella from above

Pella from above

You’ve probably seen Pella’s beauty from the ground many times, perhaps when walking the park to explore the tulips or walking the streets to shop in their unique stores. However, if you take to the air, you’ll also find that same beauty from above. These photos and videos were captured in the spring of 2021,…