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Welcome to Bluegrass Country, the "Horse Capital of the World." But you don't have to be an avid racehorse fan to enjoy the natural beauty, culture and history that this exciting city has to offer. At the Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, for example, hiking trails wend their way through forests, meadows and gentle creeks, taking you past historic landmarks; there's even a nighttime guided walk for stargazing. The best place in the world for raising thoroughbred horses, Lexington has over 500 horse... more » Welcome to Bluegrass Country, the "Horse Capital of the World." But you don't have to be an avid racehorse fan to enjoy the natural beauty, culture and history that this exciting city has to offer. At the Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, for example, hiking trails wend their way through forests, meadows and gentle creeks, taking you past historic landmarks; there's even a nighttime guided walk for stargazing. The best place in the world for raising thoroughbred horses, Lexington has over 500 horse farms. The Kentucky Horse Park features films, horse shows and exhibits. Be sure to tour the American Saddle Horse Museum, dedicated to the native Kentucky breed, and watch races at the lovely Keeneland Race Course in season. Historic sites are plentiful here, including the Waveland State Historic Site, the childhood home of Mary Todd Lincoln and the Ashland estate of famed Kentucky statesman Henry Clay. « less

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Crowne Plaza Campbell House

2 of 5 stars
Asheville, NC
Nov 17, 2008

I can't even tell you how disappointed I am in this hotel. First of all, we had to park in the back of the hotel and go through an unattended area to get to our room. Reminded me of a cheap...more

JJ McBrewster's

5 of 5 stars
LEXINGTON, KY.
Nov 14, 2008

Having been raised in Owensboro KY, the "barbeque capital", I found J.J."s a very fresh approach to barbeque. Nice atmosphere for casual dining and personal service from the staff. Just the right...more

Malone's

1 of 5 stars
midorismall
Nov 14, 2008

Stakes are ok for the money you pay, however iif you are minority, you will be treated poorly. more

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