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Pittsburgh - The Countryside
The countryside is full of beauty and diversity, just waiting to be explored. In Armstrong County, the expansive beauty of the Allegheny River Valley opens itself to three lakes, 200 miles of hiking/biking trails and seven golf courses. Quaint towns welcome you to unique shopping and dining experiences. Beaver County is dotted with historical heritage sites and hosts dozens of ethnic festivals throughout the year. Take a nostalgic trip through the Air Heritage Museum or sample the latest harvest at Lapic Winery. Experience life in the 19th century at Old Economy Village, a National Historic Landmark. Learn about the Harmonist, a German immigrant communal group known for its economic prosperity.
Butler County is filled with gorgeous scenery, plentiful recreational activities and more than 200 years of history. Boating, biking, hiking, golfing, antique shopping, museums and county fairs are all here for you. Greene County is home to beautiful sheep and cattle farms, wooded hillsides and recreational opportunities. Explore covered bridges, original log cabins and Main Street shopping experiences. Indiana County offers a wealth of attractions for visitors. Take a step back in time while visiting the Amish Community of Smicksburg, and experience a bit of Hollywood magic at the Jimmy Stewart Museum.
Lawrence County's scenic beauty includes fishing and canoeing, covered bridges and a ruggedly beautiful state park. Old-order Amish communities make the sight of horse-drawn buggies commonplace. Mercer County is known for great shopping, including the Prime Outlets at Grove City with over 140 shops; Reyers, the world's largest shoe store; and Kraynak's with its famous Christmasland. Explore the 22 covered bridges and scenic National Road in Washington County. Trace local history along an unbroken line back 16,000 years at the Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Museum of Rural Life and see where nationbuilding events took place at the Bradford and LeMoyne houses along the Underground Railroad. For something new, visit the Meadows Racetrack & Casino and test your good fortune!
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