"In Pennsylvania, you can re-live General Washington's Crossing of the Delaware River, see one of the world's best collections of trains and railroading equipment, view the battlefields where many had perished for their freedoms, explore the "tough as coal" lifestyles of a miner in northeastern Pennsylvania, and lots more. After searching for historic destinations here, be sure to visit ExplorePAhistory to read the stories of Pennsylvania history and interact with multimedia features. On ExplorePAhistory, you'll also learn more about the Pennsylvania Trail of History ®, a group of historic sites and museums operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
Visitors to Pennsylvania can explore Valley Forge, where General George Washington's troops braved bitter cold and miserable conditions in the fight for U.S. independence. The nation's industrial history also forged ahead in Pennsylvania, and our industrial heritage is preserved throughout the state in museums devoted to the steel, coal, and railroad industries which forever altered the face of the nation.
Gettysburg, the high-water mark of the Confederacy, also proved to be its downfall. Today, the battlefield has been preserved as a tribute to the uncommon bravery and valor displayed on both sides of the "War Between the States." Visitors are awestruck by the quiet solemnity of the site, and numerous options exist for tourists wishing to learn the story of the Battle of Gettysburg.
The Flagship Niagara stands tall in Erie, P.A.'s harbor - a living reminder of the epic battle that turned the tide in the War of 1812. Under the command of Commodore Perry, the Niagara and eight other ships won a decisive battle over the British Navy, providing a much-needed victory. Today, visitors are welcomed aboard the Niagara, to view an important piece of U.S. history and a symbol of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
From Philadelphia's Independence Hall, one of the birthplaces of the nation, to Gettysburg, where the Union was preserved, Pennsylvania is home to major milestones in the development of the United States of America.
Searching for the The Promised Land? It's approximately 10 miles north of Canadensis in Pike County. Looking for the World's End? That's here, too.
In fact, these are just two of Pennsylvania's 116 state parks that offer a heavenly dose of family camping, swimming, biking, boating, fishing and hiking.
But that's just the tip of the mountain. Pennsylvania's 4.5 million acres of public lands include the finest woodlands and natural areas in America. Our 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.
And, what's more - you're never more than 15 minutes away from one of our state parks, state forests or game lands. We invite you to explore all the natural splendor that Pennsylvania has to offer.
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.
But, don't just take our word for it. AmericanStyle magazine placed Pittsburgh and Philadelphia among the top 10 arts-related destinations of 2002! And, MSN.com ranked Pennsylvania among the Top Ten summer destinations in a variety of categories, including amusement parks, ballparks and summer events. We invite you to come discover our treasures for yourself."
- From the experiencepa.com website
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