OHIO IS A DIVERSE STATE offering plenty of opportunities for exploration, whether it's in the natural forests of eastern Ohio, the hills of southern Ohio, or the north coast of Lake Erie. Ohio offers adventure for every level.
Besides the natural beauty found in Ohio, you can also explore the large urban centers of Ohio. In rural Ohio, away from the hustle of large metro areas and interstates, you can still find small towns reflecting the values and hard work that made America.
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DID YOU KNOW that more Presidents called Ohio their home state than any other state in the Union? Ohio
is rich in history that actually spans centuries of different civilizations and cultures. Along with those civilizations came horrific conflicts that shaped the culture we have today.
Ohio was also a land of exploration, development and enterprise. Meet the people that created Ohio and finally brought a lasting peace to a land that for 100s of years had seen nothing but conflict.
Ohio history is the history of a young country struggling to adapt to its new independence. Although Ohio became a state in 1803, its history goes back over 2000 years ago, when a great culture had massive cities throughout the state. Although these people were long gone before the first Native Americans migrated into the Ohio country, their culture can still be found in many locations that have preserved some of their structures.
The conflicts that arose between settlers and Native Americans living in the Ohio land at the birth of our country, is the story of how men decided their own destinies by choosing sides in the great global conflicts that effected everyone. You can visit many of these historic locations and see where these struggles that helped shape our culture occurred.
CENTRAL OHIO IS A DYNAMIC mix of community neighborhoods and diverse cultures. The star attraction of Central Ohio is of course the state's capital, Columbus.
The 15th largest city in America, Columbus offers a variety of entertainment opportunities, historical sites, and art appreciation. Columbus was recently ranked as one of the top 10 cities in America as a top destination for art lovers.
In 2012, Columbus will celebrate its 200th birthday and plans are well underway to make everyone's visit to the capital city a truly unique experience. And don't miss the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium's new 22.7 acre Zoombezi Bay water park that opens May 26, 2008.
NORTHEAST OHIO IS BEAUTIFUL and has some of the oldest industrial centers in the state thanks to the building of the Ohio & Erie Canal. While many of these industries have changed over the years, there is still a rich heritage associated with this geographic region.
Northeast Ohio offers some of the finest wineries in the country, and Amish Country gives visitors not only a glimpse into a simpler life, but also the opportunity to shop for unique handcrafted items.
Although the Ohio and Erie Canal has long since stopped as a transportation route, portions of the canal have been restored giving historians, and outdoor enthusiasts a place to share experiences in a number of canal towns and bike trails.
SOUTHWEST OHIO IS RICH in historic sites such as the Wright Brothers Bicycle Shop and Carillon Park in Dayton, the Adena Culture at Mound City in Chillicothe, and of course the Queen City Cincinnati that has long been a center of manufacturing and development.
Today, Cincinnati is perhaps best known for its great sports teams, the Cincinnati Reds, and the Cincinnati Bengals. But Cincinnati is also home to a variety of unique shopping mecca's and amusement parks.
NORTHWEST OHIO WAS SHAPED by multiple ice-age glaciers that crossed over the area 1000s of years ago, leaving rich farm lands that now help feed the nation and the world.
Northwest Ohio also represented the last foothold of the Native Americans in Ohio, and where the final clash between Great Britain and the United States occurred. Visit historic battlefields and forts.
Toledo is the city that 2 states laid claim to, but ultimately Ohio won this jewel of the north. Toledo is an industrial city with a rich history of glass manufacturing and export. Located on the southwestern edge of Lake Erie, Toledo was the terminus of the Miami & Erie Canal and became a great shipping port for Ohio industry and agriculture.
Today, Toledo is a shining example of ingenuity as the city fathers create a destination city for entertainment, shopping, the arts, and our culture.
IN SOUTHEAST OHIO ARE THE FOOTHILLS of the Appalachian Mountains. Early in its settlement, rich resources like coal, oil, gas, and clay made Southeast Ohio a booming area that helped fire the furnaces of our industrial centers.
Today, Southeast Ohio still has mining operations, but its great recreational natural resources for visitors are proving to be a its major attraction.
The Hocking Hills provides visitors with an abundant opportunity to experience the beauty of Ohio, whether it be a leisurely stroll through the valleys and hills, or rock climbing over 100' sandstone cliffs, to ATV recreational activities.