Eureka Springs is a town which was built on the side of a mountain in the Ozarks of Northern Arkansas back in the late 1800's. Natural springs here were believed to have therapeutic value, so people flocked to town to bath in the waters.
One of the most interesting buildings is the Crescent Hotel which sets on top of the mountain. It's a four story stone structure which has been well maintained over the years and is still operating with a spa on the lower level.
It looks like a horse drawn carriage should pull up to the front entrance at any moment.
Although we did stop in the lounge on the fourth floor for a drink, we did not take time to bath in the mineral waters at the spa.
The most fascinating sights in town are the many large old homes from the 1800's built on the side of the hill like the "painted ladies" of San Francisco. Most of the houses are of that vintage and many have been restored and painted like the "painted ladies". Sorry, but I didn't take any pictures of those old homes.
The main street through the old downtown is pretty steep with the mountain looming up behind the buildings on one side of the street. In fact, there is an old hotel downtown that is seven stories tall . . . and every floor has a ground level exit.
Many of the stores downtown have been renovated are are interesting galleries, decorating shops, and, of course, souvenir shops.
It's a must place to go if you are ever in the area.
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