Archive | August, 2008

Harrison’s Tomb in Ohio

Remembered mostly as a military hero, William Henry Harrison commanded the western army in the war of 1812. He had spent most of his life in Ohio & Indiana. History shows that he had performed varied actions, such as that of a secretary to the governor of the territory. This apart, he was also a [...]

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THE MIAMISBURG MOUND

Recorded to be the largest conical mound in the state of Ohio & also in the eastern part of the United States of America, the Miamisburg Mound is a pre-historic construction. Archeological survey suggests that it was probably constructed by the Adena Indians sometime between 800BC – 100AD. This construction was built on a 100ft [...]

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THE LOCKINGTON LOCKS

The Lockington Locks are the most amazing structure that still exists on the Miami & the Erie canal. They remain mostly in their original condition, recalling the past days of a flourishing Ohio when canals were in great use. The Lockington Locks is among the best-maintained structures on this canal. Opened in 1845, the main [...]

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SERPENT MOUND

Located atop the Bush Creek Valley, the Serpent Mound spreads over a quarter of a mile. It is the largest & the finest serpent effigy in the United States of America. A Harvard University archeologist Frederic Ward Putnam excavated the Serpent Mound in the in the later half of the nineteenth century. It was he [...]

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THE ASHTABULA MALL

It is well known that Ohio is a shopping paradise. Among myriad of shopping centers, the Ashtabula Mall is one of the best, if not the best. It is located on the northern side of Ridge East, Unit # 700. You will probably have the best experience of your life while shopping out here. The [...]

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THE AKRON ART MUSEUM

Akron Art Museum There are many museums in Ohio. A visit to all of them can be the experience of a lifetime. Each of them is unique when it comes to their collection of relics. The Akron Art Museum is one of the best museums in Ohio. Entry to the Akron Art Museum is charged [...]

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THE CLEVELAND BOTANICAL GARDEN

Located in East Boulevard, the Cleveland Botanical Garden is one of the best gardens to be in Ohio today. Housing the finest garden of the Midwest, a step into this Garden will immediately transfer you into a tailor made world. Spread over an area of ten acres, the Cleveland Art Museum has both formal & [...]

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THE CLEVELAND PLAYHOUSE SQUARE CENTER

Ohio has a thriving cultural heritage. There are many centers where different modes of arts are practiced. The Cleveland Playhouse Square Center is USA is the largest premier institution for performing arts. Located along the Euclid Avenue of Suit 200, this center also includes several other theatres, namely the Ohio, the State, the Palace, the [...]

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ANIMAL ATTRACTIONS IN OHIO

There are several zoos & wildlife parks in Ohio. The African Safari Wildlife Park, the Butterfly House, the Cleveland Zoo & Tropical Rainforest, the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the Columbus Zoo are some of the well-known ones. Located on Lightener Road in Port Clinton, the African Safari Wildlife Park is opened from 21st of [...]

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Amusement Spots In Ohio

The best and perfect place for you and your family to spend your quality time together is Ohio. Ohio has countless of amusement spots which promise you the maximum entertaining pleasures. If you and your family want to enjoy bowling, arcade games, billiards, and cocktails, you are recommended to visit Cedar Downs/Cedar Lanes. Cedar Downs/Cedar [...]

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