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Article: Florida's serene garden sanctuaries.(FEATURES)(CURRENTS)(Harry P. Leu Gardens, Historic Bok Sanctuary)
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- The Christian Science Monitor
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- December 12, 2007
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Byline: Michael Leach Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
Orlando, Fla. -- Finding tranquility near Orlando's tourist tangle seems as unlikely as stepping into a mousetrap at Walt Disney World.
The town's reputation justly stands upon scream-inducing thrills aboard Hollywood-inspired rides and jaw-dropping adventures in simulated oceans or African game country.
But when the relentless fun and hubbub wear thin, I abandon crowded fantasies for the natural serenity found in two romantic gardens and a prehistoric landscape - all less than two hours from leaping whales, attacking sharks, and bobbing mouse ears.
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