Pennsylvania

Overview

Historical merit alone will undoubtedly draw many to the Keystone State as Pennsylvania is also known. Although the name itself means Penn’s woods referring to the founder William Penn and woodland including the Allegheny National Forest. It is at Independence Historic National Park that the Liberty Bell is situated and the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were ratified. It should not be forgotten that Philadelphia was the first capital of the United States and at one point was the second largest English Speaking city in the world. Hershey of chocolate fame makes claims to being that capital of the world, although many Europeans may contest that! Exhilarating activities abound and might be necessary if too much time is spent at the last destination. Skiing, cycling and swimming tend to be quite active but passive excitement can be gained from the NASCAR goings on at the Pocona Raceway, trout fishing in Pennsylvania Dutch Country or even amongst the oldest breweries in the United States. It is also easy to while away the days pottering around Lake Erie, the Ohiopyle State Park and the Presque Isle State Park, although the state capital of Harrisburg and the formerly industrial city of Pittsburgh should also be seen. The latter holds the museums supported by the Carnegie Institute, the National Aviary and the Fort Pitt Museum.

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