Although Indiana means, "Land of the Indians," today there are fewer than 8,000 Native Americans living in the state. Indiana has more miles of Interstate Highway per square mile than any other state; hence, its motto, "Cross Roads of America." In fact, more major highways intersect in Indiana than in any other state. The roads in Indiana can lead you to a city named nowhere else in the country other than Santa Claus, Indiana, which receives over one half million letters and requests for gifts during Christmas season.
Interesting facts about Indiana: Historic Parke County has 32 covered bridges and is the Covered Bridge Capital of the world, and the first professional baseball game was played in Fort Wayne on May 4, 1871. And among the first, Fort Wayne, Syvanus F. Bower designed the world's first practical gasoline pump, and Richard Gatling, of Indianapolis, invented the rapid-fire machine gun in 1862.
You can get to the "Cross Roads of America" by many of the highways that you into it, but be sure to check out LocalTom to get the scoop on everything local in Indiana.
1. La Quinta Inn Based on 79 Ratings Have stayed several years at other hotels in the airport area and I never quite felt so far removed from the real world.Airport shuttle shared with another hotel and must be called,... 2. Ramada-Indianapolis Airport Based on 277 Ratings 3. Fairfield Inn-Airport Based on 70 Ratings
Indiana Restaurants
1. Shapiro's Delicatessen Based on 61 Ratings I now live in Portland, OR and have yet to find a Jewish deli even close. And believe me I have looked. Now sadly the only time I get to go to Shap's is when I fly home for Christmas.... 2. Scholars Inn Gourmet Cafe Based on 46 Ratings 3. Rathskeller Restaurant Based on 78 Ratings
Indiana Shopping
1. Hobby Lobby Creative Center Based on 5 Ratings The selection is large, especially for holidays. It's nice to have a place for one stop shopping for the different crafts. They also have a great framing service and selection.... 2. Wal-Mart Supercenter Based on 16 Ratings 3. Glenbrook Square Based on 6 Ratings
Indiana Bars and Clubs
1. Bourbon Street Distillery Based on 1 Ratings The kitchen forgot to smother the steak with onions, peppers and mushrooms as described on the menu (the server didn't catch it either). The steak was also baely cooked (I asked... 2. Mousetrap Bar & Grill Based on 15 Ratings 3. Union Jack Pub Based on 16 Ratings
Indiana Beauty Salons
1. A DO Based on 10 Ratings I was lucky enough to get a last minute appointment with Julie, who took GREAT care of me. She immediately suggested some simple changes to make me look better, and gave me a fantastic... 2. Absolu Spa & Skin Care Based on 1 Ratings 3. Stellov Salon & Spa Based on 8 Ratings
Indiana Apartment
1. Chelsea Village Based on 41 Ratings Second, we moved to a larger complex. Looked good on the outside, but screwed up for tenants. We dealt with bugs, thugs, and break-ins. We even had to threaten to call the Corporate... 2. Windsor Court Based on 21 Ratings 3. Spyglass Apartments Based on 20 Ratings
Indiana Education
1. Brook Park Elementary School Based on 6 Ratings It is a racially diverse student population, similar to what the student will experience once they enter middle school. High recommendation from parents of three Brook Park 'alums'... 2. Winchester Village Elementary Based on 6 Ratings 3. Wanamaker Elementary School Based on 7 Ratings
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