One of the scenic spots in the eastern United States: Tingtao Mountain Villa

Before leaving, the tour guide told us that the first scenic spot to visit was Tingtao Villa in Rhode Island.

My son told me that this is a place worth going, and his colleagues almost got lost after going in. My curiosity was immediately put on hold.

It takes two hours to drive from Boston to the first stop of this trip to the eastern United States-Rhode Island on the east coast of the United States.

Rhode Island, full name Rhode Island and Providence Factory. It is not an island on the sea, but a small town with Europa style embedded between new york and Boston. Rhode Island, like Boston, is a part of New England in the northeastern United States and one of the 13 state alliances in the early days of the American Revolutionary War.

It has several characteristics: the first state to declare its independence from Britain, and the last state to accept the US Constitution. The smallest state in America is also the longest state in America. At the same time, it is also the state with the most beaches in the United States. With an area of 365,438+039 square kilometers and a population of 65,438+0,004,000, it is also one of the most densely populated states in the United States. The climate is mild and humid, and it is snowy in winter.

Newport, Rhode Island is a seaside town with a story. It is located in Newport, with a good geographical position and facing the Atlantic Ocean.

It is a summer resort for the rich and famous in new york. Along the beaches of various shapes and sizes, luxury houses are one after another. Every family will have a big garden with a deep and unfathomable yard. It is said that all kinds of rich and powerful grievances have been staged here. The story goes on.

Tingtao Mountain Villa is one of the most magnificent summer resorts. It is a famous Vanderbilt family holiday and leisure residence in railroad tycoon, USA. It was built on a cliff by the sea, listening to the whispers of the Atlantic Ocean day and night and watching the roaring waves. Hence the name.

In the19th century, Van De Burg started from scratch with one hundred dollars and became one of the richest people in the world. He was also the king of shipping and railways at that time. The famous Grand Central Station is the property of their family. Tingtao Villa is a symbol of the Vanderbilt family's social and economic strength in the United States at that time.

After Van De Burg died, his wife gave the villa to her favorite little daughter when she was old. Because of her patriotism, the youngest daughter handed over the villa to the state government for opening to the outside world, and the income will be used by the government for the construction of public facilities in the state.

Standing outside the tall black iron gate of Tingtao Villa, I smelled the sacred and solemn atmosphere and immediately stood in awe.

Walking into the iron gate, a magnificent European-style building stands in front of you. Countless arched round doors, like the strong economic strength of Vanderbilt family, propped up that thick brick and tile; The refreshing green lawn around is like the broad and gentle mind of the world, embracing this Italian-style palace.

There are 70 rooms in the manor. Besides the bedroom, there is a library, a music room, a lounge, a dining room, a pantry and a kitchen. The decoration is gorgeous. It is said that the interior decoration work is done by artists all over the world. Many furniture furnishings are designed and processed in France, Africa and other places, and then shipped here.

Walking into the villa palace, there are sculptures everywhere. The whole house is made of countless gold and marble, and even the lamp is made of $500 crystal, which is magnificent and luxurious. Moreover, the subtleties are permeated with exquisiteness, and even the corners and back of the stairs are carved with luxurious beauty.

We visited and enjoyed it, just like walking into a maze of hidden treasures, and soon we began to feel dizzy under the dazzling golden photos. It's a pity that they can't take pictures in it. This is because they want to maintain a contradictory style that is both famous and mysterious.

There is a profound scene, that is, the bedroom of Mr. Van De Burg, his wife and his little daughter is very simple, and there is an ordinary small bed in the spacious room, which is out of proportion to the gorgeous bedroom and a complete marble carved bathtub.

I have a question: Can they sleep in such a small bed?

At the same time, there are some puzzles: why do you make important rest tools so simple while being so luxurious?

On second thought, it is likely that they did it on purpose. They spend all day in the flashy and extravagant upper class, and sometimes they are bored out of breath. They want to use the silence of the night, bright stars and rolling waves to wash their hearts polluted by the complexity of the world again.

It turns out that this is the need to return to peace of mind.

I remember a saying that people often say: things are rare; I don't cherish it when I have it, but I feel precious when I don't have it.

Out of the manor, came to the back of Tingtao Villa. I heard the stormy waves before the scenery came into my eyes. It is backed by the Atlantic Ocean, and the huge waves beat against the cliffs, just like knocking at the door calling for the villa. What makes people feel awe is that a blackbird has come down.

It was a cloudy day, standing on the edge of a cliff separated by chains, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean filled with water mist, and I couldn't help thinking about it. In my mind, I had a picture: grand and solemn, noble and silent, mysterious and gloomy, thrilling and horrible. So my heart started pounding for no reason.

At this moment, my husband asked me: What would you do if this house was yours?

My first reaction was: no, no, no, I absolutely dare not live.

He quipped, then don't envy the rich.

I replied simply and neatly: "It's not bad to be an ordinary person. Although there is not so much luxury, there is no need to worry or be afraid. Whenever night falls, I can relax in the soft and comfortable big bed in the cabin, breathe the rich and compact air and swim in the comfortable dream. Perhaps, letting the soul return to peace is the greatest enjoyment of life. "

Even I feel strange after saying it: I always want to pursue perfection at ordinary times. Why do you say that?

It seems that blurting out without thinking is the truest voice inside. Life doesn't necessarily need luxury, but it needs inner peace. Silence can make us realize life and nurture wisdom.

As we were walking back, two white women in their 60s came face to face. The tall, fat, gray-haired woman on the right asked us enthusiastically in awkward Chinese: "China people?"

The son also responded with a smile. They talked in English for more than ten minutes, then shook hands and said goodbye. We are having fun and saying thank you.

The son said, "She just said that she would go to China to watch the Paralympic Games in 2008, and then she went to Shanghai and Xi 'an. China is a beautiful big city. They drove in Shanghai for a long time before entering the city. She was deeply impressed by the hospitality of China people. Welcome us to visit America. "

I didn't expect to meet an American who had been to China in the seaside town at the first stop. The strangeness suddenly disappeared.

I sighed in my heart: China is so big, and the domineering and confident Americans are amazed; The world is so small that you can meet someone who has been to China in this remote corner of the Atlantic Ocean.

At this moment, a warm current surges in my chest. Are you moved or proud? I can't see the difference.