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Idaho isn’t known for unique buildings that look like castles from enchanting fairytales. In fact, there are very few castles hiding around the Gem State. But, located in the heart of Boise is one historic building that is certainly going to catch your eye. Built in 1901, the Idanha Hotel in Iowa has a Hogwarts feel to it. With turrets, multiple stories, arched windows, and more, we’re sure that it has more than a bit of magic that you need to discover for yourself!

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You may not know this, but today, the Idanha Hotel is considered one of the spookiest historic hotels in all of Idaho. Check out our article to learn more about the hauntings of the Idanha Hotel and many others that are scattered around the state.

Have you ever been to this Hogwart’s-esque building? If so, what was your favorite part? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

If you’re interested in making a weekend trip to Boise, you might want to consider the Residence Inn Boise Downtown/City Center.

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Where can we find natural attractions in Idaho?

  • The Bruneau Sand Dunes in  Bruneau Sand Dunes State Park are the tallest free-standing sand dunes in the country at 500 feet.
  • The Morley-Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Conservation Area in Murphy contains North America’s largest concentration of birds of prey.
  • The Centennial Marsh Camas Prairie in south central Idaho features seemingly endless open expanses of camas lilies that bloom during the spring.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other stunning natural attractions in Idaho.

Where can we find historic sites in Idaho?

  • The Bear River Massacre Historical Site in Preston is where the largest single Native American slaughter in American history, the 1863 Bear River Massacre, took place.
  • The USS Hawkbill in Arco is a former attack submarine decommissioned in 2000 after 29 total stints in South Korea, Japan, Hawaii, Washington, and several other places around the world.
  • The Nampa Train Depot in Nampa is a uniquely ornamented structure built in 1903, and in its former iteration served as a stop on the historic Oregon Short Line in Idaho.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other fascinating historic sites in Idaho.

Where are the best places to go tubing in Idaho?

  • The Warm Slough shows off some stunning scenery in the Rexburg area and is an easy float.
  • The Portneuf River in Lava Hot Springs was once named by USA Today as one of the best rivers for tubing.
  • The Coeur d'Alene River is more known as a whitewater rafting spot but the tubing here is equally as impressive once the rafting season ends.

Read on to learn more about some of the many other fun places to go tubing in Idaho.

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