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Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA

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Independence National Historical Park is probably the largest local attraction in Philadelphia. It's America's oldest national historic square mile, which houses the original home of the United States of America as well as other significant landmarks. Both attractions do not require an admission fee, although you will need a complimentary, timed-ticket pass to enter Independence Hall. It's a great way to see the history of Independence, both ancient and modern, and it's a good activity for families with children since there's a lot to see and do. And, it's a great park for the whole family. You may want to start the day at the Visitors Center before you head out to Independence National Historical Park since the Liberty Bell is there for your viewing pleasure. The bell itself is a very distinctive building - it's seven stories high, and it houses the very first Liberty Bell. To get a closer look at the bell, visitors can go inside the museum, or they can rid...

Lone Star Park

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Lone Star Park, a popular horse racing track in Texas, is one of the most visited horse racing facilities in the U.S. It is also one of the largest horse racing facilities in the country. It features stables that hold over one hundred thousand pounds of horses. The Park has long been one of the country's premier equestrian destinations, drawing crowds from all over the world. The Park's primary attraction is its three racecourses: Western Style (W), Bluegrass (B), and Sprint (S). A major feature of the sport is the trot, in which horses are galloped along a one-way straight of turf at a limited speed. Horse racing aficionados visit Lone Star Park to watch and participate in this historic event. Horse racing is the only sport in North America that makes use of synthetic surfaces. During the summer months, the Park hosts a number of outdoor concerts, featuring solo artists or a string quartet. In addition, Lone Star Park offers a complete entertainment program including state-of...