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- the Keystone State- full of history, where Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams shaped a new nation. Millions of visitors annually retrace the founding fathers` steps through Independence National Historical Park. Discover the natural beauty of Pennsylvania`s Allegheny National Forest, the Laurel Highlands – Pennsylvania`s natural playground. Ski, swim, sail, and ride the rapids. Pennsylvania offers an abundance of arts and entertainment experiences throughout the Commonwealth. Visitors will find magnificent art museums and galleries in every corner of the state, in cities and towns both large and small. In addition, thrilling live theatre and other performing arts can be found throughout the Commonwealth. Big city style with touches of old-world charm. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are modern, dynamic cities, both with an extraordinary sense of history. Pennsylvania`s 116 State Parks that offer a heavenly dose of family camping, swimming, biking, boating, fishing and hiking. 4.5 million acres of public lands include the finest woodlands and natural areas in America. The name itself means `Penn`s Woods` and our public estate is just that, often mountainous and filled with a myriad of creatures, plants and natural wonders.  From Philadelphia`s Independence Hall, where a nation was born, to Gettysburg, where the Union was preserved, Pennsylvania is home to major milestones in the development of the nation. Explore Valley Forge, where General George Washington`s troops braved bitter cold and miserable conditions in the fight for U.S. independence. Gettysburg, tour the grounds where perhaps the most important battle in the nation`s history was waged. Now dotted with hundreds of monuments and cannons in silent tribute to the fallen soldiers. Hershey presents a varied lineup of Hershey park, Zoo America, Chocolate World, and more. The Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where the Amish have shunned modern conveniences like automobiles and electricity, radiates from Lancaster to quaint villages like Bird-in-Hand and Paradise. The area is spiced with intriguing Amish markets and farms. Pennsylvania`s northern tier represents the state`s great outdoors. Hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, camping, and winter sports are all enjoyed from the miles of beaches along the Lake Erie shoreline to the Pacini Mountains. The Poconos area boasts many honeymoon retreats, family-style resorts, attractions, and excellent skiing. Northwestern Pennsylvania is highlighted by the 500,000-acre Allegheny National Forest, while the eastern portion is dominated by the Appalachian Mountains and the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, near Wellsboro. The Flagship Niagara stands tall in Erie, PA`s harbour - a living reminder of the epic battle that turned the tide in the War of 1812. From football to festivals, falling waters to fantastic bargains, there`s an almost endless variety of fun things to see and do in Pennsylvania. The many different cultures of the people who settled Pennsylvania make for a surprising and delightful variety of residents, all of whom enjoy sharing their heritage with visitors. In fact, Pennsylvania is often described as a `Pocket Edition of the World` because of the incredible diversity of its residents. The unspoiled natural beauty of Pennsylvania`s Lake Erie region is perfect for lovers of nature! For both visitors who want to learn more about the past and those who prefer to simply enjoy the present, Pennsylvania has much to offer.
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