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Located in America’s heartland, Indiana is a state that offers visitors an expanse of farmland speckled with a handful of cities. Despite the fact that the state’s interior is mostly dedicated to farming, Indiana’s northern reaches are home to spectacular sand dunes while its southern extremities feature hidden caves. Indiana’s name means “Land of the Indians,” referring to the large Native American population that lived in the area prior to Western settlement. The state’s residents are known amicably as Hoosiers, a nickname whose origins are still debated today. This center of agriculture boasts dedicates roughly half of its farmland to corn cultivation, making it an intriguing visit during harvest season.

Visitors to Indiana typically flock to its capital city, Indianapolis, which offers endless entertainment for the inquisitive visitor. Guests can stop by the Indiana State Museum to learn more about the state’s history and 92 counties. The museum is also host to a massive six-story IMAX theater and a variety of restaurants. Racing enthusiasts can watch an auto race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway or stop by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum to view one of the world’s largest collections of race cars. Visitors can stroll along Indianapolis’ scenic Canal Walk, or tour the canal via pedal boat or gondola ride. The city’s canal was dug in the 1800s as a major venue for interstate commerce. Today the canal and Canal Walk stretch through city center to White River State Park. Families with children in tow can learn more about the city’s turbulent history the Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum or experience what life was like in the 1800s at the Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. Visitors who want to entertain their taste buds can stop by one of the city’s many wineries for tours and wine tasting.

As one of the state’s largest cities, Evansville offers a number of cultural, musical and dining attractions to entertain even the pickiest traveler. Visitors with families in town can head to Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden while couples can enjoy the city’s bustling nightlife. Art aficionados can visit one of the city’s many art museums or stroll along the many city streets lined with galleries. Guests who find large cities too busy can retreat to one of the state’s many smaller towns to enjoy the true Midwest experience. Michigan City, Indiana offers travelers a spectacular harbor town leaden with attractions for the adventurous visitor. Visitors can stop by the Old Lighthouse Museum in Michigan City to learn more about the state’s maritime history. Guests can view a functioning lighthouse by stopping at the East Pierhead Lighthouse, which sits at the very end of a jetty that shelters the city’s harbor. Visitors can learn more about the history of transportation by visiting the Ragtops Museum, which offers a classic car collection and historic memorabilia. Travelers who arrive during the summer months can take part in the family-friendly Summer Festivals, which offers a wealth of outdoor entertainment.

Travelers who are seeking outdoor delights can stop by the Indiana Dunes State Park, which offers 2,181 acres of pristine landscape. The park features more than three miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, drifting sand dunes and more than 1,800 square acres of forest adorned with hiking trails that offer glimpses of the state’s diverse flora and fauna. Those who would like to set off on an underground adventure can retreat to the South to find some of the state’s most famous caves. Indiana’s ‘Cave County’ offers three main caverns to pique the spelunker’s curiosity. Guests can ride in a tour boat along a subterranean river while they tour the Bluespring Caverns, or take a walking tour through Marango Cave’s spectacular Crystal Palace and Dripstone Trail. Visitors can enjoy spectacular underground waterfalls and learn more about the underground ecosystem at Squire Boone Caverns.

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