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Set on the banks of the Hocking River and home to Ohio University, Athens is best known as a college town, but it's much more than that. There's no doubt that the large student population gives the town a vibrant, youthful edge that can be felt in its hip cafes and restaurants, but the area also has a rich history. Visitors should make a point of stopping by the Southeast Ohio History Center, but you don't forget to make time to do a bit of shopping while exploring the historic buildings along the brick Court Street.

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