Pennsylvania is a state famous as the home of the modern United States as well as of democracy, which emerged here in opposition to British persecution. But history, especially revolution-era battlefields, is not the only achievement of this area - it can also boast of thriving economy, appealing cuisine features, and the famous Amish community in the rural neighborhood. Do not hesitate to visit the nation`s foundations!
Pennsylvania, being the center of the ideas of the independence, is a region where you can find the country`s first capital - the memorable York, where the Articles of Confederation came into the light for the first time. Moreover, Philadelphia became the birthplace for the U.S. Marine Corps. Pennsylvania is also the cradle for the Liberty Bell and even more important - for the Independence Hall, where the key document, the Declaration of Independence, was born.
A significant contribution was made to the state`s economy by the emergence of the first in the U.S. pretzel factory, namely Sturgis Pretzel House, as well as other important snack-food productions. Pretzel and potato chip manufacturing have always played an important role in the state that is why Pennsylvania has also been called the snack food capital of the globe. However, "salty" production is not the only industry in this state. The U.S. chocolate manufacturing is located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, which is the headquarters of the well-known namesake company.
Other Pennsylvania`s edible achievements include the Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, Heinz Ketchup, the famous hoagie and Stromboli. All you need to do in order to see how popular these foods are is to visit a local professional sporting event.
Visit Amish communities named the Plain and Fancy Farm and located in Dutch County to explore the exceptional Anabaptist lifestyle, but be careful to take into account that these are not tourist sites, but real communities where real people live. In the northeast of Pennsylvania you can find excellent mountainous area, good for hiking and skiing. Be sure to discover the Coal Region and see the state`s oldest industry. Excursions into the mines all over the area reveal not only the hazards of this work, but also the history of the people who came to work here, in Pennsylvania.
No matter what you are going to see in Pennsylvania, be sure to buy your airplane tickets as early as possible, which will make it easier and cheaper for you. Make your reservations and discover U.S. history and heritage in every corner of Pennsylvania.