Tennessee Safari Park

Back in the spring, while my grandkids were visiting for spring break, we took them to a nearby animal park. One of the highlights of the trip for me was seeing the beautiful peacocks. They were really putting on a show the day we visited.

My personal favorite was the white peacock handsomely tailored in his dazzling, snowy plumage which was highlighted in great delicate detail.

Then came the exotic Indian peacock, looking all snazzy in his colorfully embellished plumage attractively displayed for all to see.

Also making a bold statement was the female peahen, all dolled up and sashaying about, showing off her best sides,

followed by this pied white peacock, all gussied up in his ornate colors of great daring and originality.

Each peacock had a look of their own, making for a most enjoyable show.

“People will stare. Make it worth their while.” ~Harry Winston

While our granddaughter was here visiting during Spring break, we decided to go on an adventure and explore the Tennessee Safari Park, located in Alamo, Tennessee. According to their website, Hillcrest is a farm that has been owned by the Conley Family since 1858. A number of crops are still grown there, but presently it is best known for the large collection of animals that they have assembled and are sheltering from around the world.

When you enter the park, you are given the option of purchasing tubs of feed that can be fed to the animals, some rare and endangered, while driving around 3.5 miles of winding farm roads. Just roll down your window and the animals, which roam freely around the farm, will come to you. Be ready for up close and personal interaction.