Quick Summary:

  • Question: What is Indiana primarily famous for?
    Answer: Indiana is primarily famous for the Indianapolis 500 auto race.
  • Question: What can visitors discover beyond Indiana’s famous race?
    Answer: Visitors can explore many interesting cities and small towns with excellent cultural, historical, and recreational facilities.
  • Question: What attraction is located in northern Indiana along Lake Michigan?
    Answer: The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is located on the shores of Lake Michigan.
  • Question: What activities are available at the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore?
    Answer: Visitors can enjoy wonderful lake beaches, as well as miles of hiking and biking trails.


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2. South Bend, Indiana ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Bloomington, Indiana

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4. Evansville

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5. Fort Wayne

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6. Brown County, Indiana

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7. Carmel

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8. Chesterton, Indiana

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9. Columbus, Indiana

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10. Elkhart

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11. French Lick, Indiana

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12. Gary

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13. Hoosier National Forest for Couples

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14. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for Families

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15. Jeffersonville

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16. Kokomo

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17. Lafayette, Indiana

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18. Madison

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19. Michigan City, Indiana

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20. Nashville

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21. Santa Claus

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22. Shipshewana

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23. Terre Haute, Indiana

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24. Valparaiso

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25. White River State Park, Indiana

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