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Review & FAQ:
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What is special about Holmes County?
- Holmes County is the second-largest Amish community in the United States after Pennsylvania's Lancaster County, home to approximately 36,000 practicing Amish citizens.
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When was Holmes County founded?
- The county was founded in 1824 and named in honor of War of 1812 officer Andrew Holmes.
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Why is Holmes County a popular tourist destination?
- Today, it is known as one of Ohio's top historic tourism sites, attracting visitors from throughout the Midwest to its charming villages, including Millersburg, Walnut Creek, Mt. Hope, and Sugarcreek.
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What outdoor activities are available in Holmes County?
- Visitors can explore the route of the Holmes County Trail, a shared-use bicycle and Amish buggy trail.
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What cultural and historical attractions can visitors explore?
- Attractions include Berlin's Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center, which details the traditional ways of the Amish in interactive exhibits.
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What shopping and dining experiences does Holmes County offer?
- Antique stores, art galleries, flea markets, and local cheese and pantry good stores abound, along with some of Ohio's top microbreweries and boutique wineries.
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What recreational activities are available in Millersburg?
- Millersburg is also home to the Black Diamond Golf Course, one of the state's top 25 golf courses.

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