Palindromic Lake & River
Oxoboxo Lake/River
Montville
Come on… I can’t be the only person who thinks this is cool. Now, I have no idea if this is the only place name in the state that is a palindrome, but I’m putting it out there. Until someone proves me wrong, Oxoboxo Lake and the Oxoboxo River that flows from it down to the Thames is the only place-name palindrome in Connecticut*.
And here it is:
It looks to be a lovely lake. It’s also an Australian company that makes crappy pre-made edible icing things.
*If there’s a beaver dam on the Mad River, I’m going to find it and call it the Mad Dam and count that too.
Impress your friends. Here it is!
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No, you are not alone! Place Name Palindromes are great fun.
Comment #1 on 10.13.11 at 8:12 pmHello
I grew up on Lake Oxoboxo and the word OXOBOXO means ……many lakes from what I was told years ago. I used to find arrow heads in the back yard. Always swimming or skating on the lake.
My Dad was Dr. Charles Murphy, he died in 1970 mt mom now livesin MA, 95 years old and loving the Condo life.
had many great times on the lake….fond memories. MY license plate in California was
Oxoboxo….got many questions about the name.
would love to hear from old friends……Charlie Murphy……St Louis MO
Comment #2 on 11.02.12 at 9:50 amInteresting Site:
Comment #3 on 11.27.12 at 6:59 pmI have lived on Oxoboxo Lake since 1979 and truly find it fulfilling. I remember Mrs Murphy sitting by the shore and waving to us as we passed by in our boat. Having a home on the west shore has given us many beautiful sunrises. My Connecticut plate is OXBOXO.