Pennsylvania travel
Looking for a break? How about a mélange of history, culture, heritage and nature? Relive historic battles, absorb the picturesque countryside, go hiking on numerous trails, sail on one of the Great Lakes, shop for antiques, visit museums, go camping, do bird watching, tour breweries and wineries, enjoy art, dance, music and theater and what not. It’s all there for you in Pennsylvania, the state of Independence. It’s sheer paradise for nature lovers. 60% of Pennsylvania is covered by lush green forests with more than 1000 miles of trails and 117 State Parks.
You can decide where it’s going to be Northeastern Mountains which includes the Pocono, Philadelphia and its countryside, Dutch county, or Central Mountains and valleys. If you have a flair for adventures but love the big city, Pittsburg and its countryside is perfect for you. McConnell’s Mill State Park near Pittsburg offers hiking trails, whitewater boating, fishing, rock climbing and rappelling. You can experience the rushing waters at Ohiopyle National Park. Back in the city, you can wander in various neighborhoods with art and history sites peculiar to them, gorge on ethnic food, visit antique shops or get a taste of its nightlife by enjoying performing arts programs. Along with Bucks County, Pittsburg is rated in the top ten arts related destinations in the US.
Experience the untouched natural beauty of Pennsylvania through the Great Lakes Region. Explore seven miles of pristine beaches at the Presque Isle State Park. Victorian homes and stone fronts give you a quaint feeling. Indulge in sailing, boating and water sports. Don’t miss the Erie National Wildlife Refuge as well. If you want to experience nostalgia, take a trip down the Delaware & Lehigh Navigation Canal National Corridor in the eastern part of the state, which was used in the 19th century to transport anthracite coal from the mines to the market. The Pocono Mountains Region is a mixture of woodlands, lakes, ponds, rivers and wildflower covered mountains. Water sports lovers can enjoy white water rafting, swimming, canoeing, boating and water-skiing.
A beautiful offering by Pennsylvania is its Artisan Trails. So if you breathe creativity, this one’s for you. There are 8 such trails in the state which take you through the countryside to artisan’s workplaces for you to meet potters, quilters, glassblowers, etc that make artifacts that reflect American Heritage. Notable stops are Penn’s Creek Pottery, Etcetera, etc.
Philadelphia is the first major city in US with it and its surrounding areas holding a lot of historical relevance. Relive freedom struggles at Brandywire Battlefield or Valley Forge. Gettysburg in Dutch County is also a must see with its battlefields and monuments of the Civil War. For those inclined to Architecture, various covered bridges, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwaters, etc would be of interest. Other sites of attraction in Pennsylvania include Penn State University, Pine Creek Gorge, Harrisburg, Hershey and Lancaster County, etc
So, if you’re making travel plans, you might want to explore Pennsylvania state. You need not worry about accommodation. It offers lodging ranging from quaint bed-n-breakfasts to luxury hotels, camping grounds with infrastructure to motels. Book online or on arrival, this state is one you cannot give a miss. It is a journey of a lifetime.
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