Indiana is the 19th state of the United States. Its capital city is Indianapolis and has over 1.1 million of acres available for outdoor recreation. attractions includes various parks, forests, nature preserves, fish and wildlife areas which are managed by the Department of Natural Resources. It also boasts museums and memorials across the state and has become a major center for sporting events being home to the Indiana Pacers, a professional basketball team.http://www.in.gov/core/3531.htm
Indiana has many natural treasures waiting to be discovered in the caverns, while traveling in covered bridges, or checking out the scenery of the Indiana Dunes. One of the famous events is Indianapolis 500 for those who need speed. Hiking, horseback riding, bicycling are just some of common outdoor activities. http://www.planetware.com/indiana-tourism-vacations-usin.htm
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Indiana Attractions
Indianapolis Motor Speedway The Indianapolis 500 is the United State’s most celebrated car race. The circuit is a 2 ½-mile oval and was originally designed as an automobile test track. The fist 500-mile race in 1911 was so successful that it became a regular fixture. Presently, it can accommodate 250,000 people in the stands and another 150,000 in the ground.http://www.planetware.com/indianapolis/indianapolis-motor-speedway-us-in-ims.htm
Indianapolis Zoo The Indianapolis Zoo located in White River State Park first opened in 1964 and made a big impact in worldwide conservation and research. It is famous for being the first to conduct successful artificial insemination of an African Elephant.http://www.planetware.com/indianapolis/indianapolis-zoo-us-in-6.htm
Indianapolis Museum of Art The Indianapolis Museum of Art can be found north of the city center. This museum is house in four Pavilions. These are the Krannert Pavilion for American Art and Asian Art; the Hulman Pavilion which included the Eiteljorg Gallery of African and South Pacific Art; the Clowes Pavilion for medieval and Renaissance art; and the Lily Pavilion where British and American furniture and silver and German porcelain. http://www.planetware.com/indianapolis/indianapolis-museum-of-art-us-in-art.htm
White River State Park White River State Park is a great place to find adventure and escape from the fast-paced city life. Being in the state park will help one to forget the chaos in the city. The park has impressive green spaces. Inside the park is the Indianapolis Zoo, a baseball park, Eiteljorg Museum, Indiana State Museum, an Imax theater, NCAA Hall of Champions and the Congressional Medal of Honor Memorial. http://www.planetware.com/indianapolis/white-river-state-park-us-in-56.htm
Indiana Medical History Museum The Indiana Medical History Museum in Indianapolis can be found on the former grounds of the Central State Hospital. It contains a wide array of items mostly from the 19th and 20th centuries. The building of this museum is the old Pathology building which and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. http://www.planetware.com/indianapolis/indiana-medical-history-museum-us-in-329.htm
Indiana Scenery
This video comprises different scenery that Indiana has to offer. The state boasts of its treasures and wonders of nature that is waiting to be discovered. The beautiful Indiana landscape can be seen on this video. The tranquil river, the wild animals, the wide span of beaches, exotic birds, and lush greenery are beckoning those who are longing for relaxation and to be one with nature.
