The Story Behind This Gigantic Oak Tree In Florida Is Like Something Out Of A Fairytale
By Marisa Roman|Published September 02, 2018
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
In case you’ve never seen this spectacular oak tree in Florida, you’re going to be in for a shock. Not only is this breathtaking beauty a picture-perfect piece of nature, but it also is practically straight out of a scene from Avatar. The next time you feel like you want to immerse yourself in natural beauty in Florida in an entirely unexpected way, visit this stunning oak tree.
The history behind Lichgate in Tallahassee, Florida is one that will make all nature lovers want to visit this beautiful space.
Many moons ago, Dr. Laura Pauline Jepsen, an English professor at Florida State University, purchased a stunning property in order to protect the ancient oak trees, but also to built a cottage to call home.
It took Miss Jepsen two years to find the perfect place to build her home, and she absolutely fell in love with the tree at Lichgate, saying "it was a tree to inspire poets."
The tree eventually became registered as the Lichgate Oak with the Live Oak Society, and guess how much the payment is to register the oak tree…twenty-five acorns a year!
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Dr. Laura Jepsen intended to preserve an important piece of the past, conquer time, and escape into reality with this spectacular land.
This land is as magical as it looks, making it the perfect spot for meditation, yoga, sitting in silence, or just enjoying the immense energy emanating from the giant oak tree.
With over 3 acres of land to explore, but an abundance of Florida nature you wouldn’t expect to find, this has become a quiet haven for nature lovers throughout the state.
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But if there is one thing that will truly blow you away about Lichgate in Tallahassee, Florida…
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…it will be standing under that gargantuan oak tree, and feeling the beauty and magic that it holds.
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Ready to vist Lichgate on High Road? The address is 1401 High Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32304-1824. Lichgate is open from dawn to dusk , however, the park can close for private events and regular maintenance. In order to stay abreast of the events and hours, visit the website or Facebook Page.
