Contrary to popular belief, hammocks aren’t a product of 20th Century technology. In fact, during his first voyage, in 1492, Christopher Columbus recorded that many American Indians slept in “hamacas” or nets made of cotton. Columbus’ was the first person to bring the knowledge of hammocks to Europe and South America, and since that time hammocks have become popular throughout the world.
Today hammocks come is almost every color, style and variety imaginable. There are rope hammocks, hammock chairs and hammock accessories. Many people choose to place their hammocks on their front porches or in their yards. While others prefer to enjoy the comfort of a hammock in their own home.
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