This Hidden Gem in Indiana Might Be The Coolest Town In The State
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Courtney Johnston
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We all know Indiana has a wide assortment of small towns, all with their own unique vibes. But there’s one town in particular in Indiana that doesn’t get a whole lot of love. This hidden gem has a ton of history, incredible buildings, unforgettable food, and might just be the coolest town in Indiana…
Columbus, Indiana is a fascinating tiny city in the Hoosier state. Columbus has approximately 44,000 residents and was voted #11 in National Geographic Traveler in 2008. It's also a mecca for amazing modern architecture.
Perhaps the most famous examples of architecture to see in Columbus are its famous churches like this stunning North Christian Church...
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...and the stunning First Christian Church. Here, you can also see the frequently visited Henry Moore arch nestled in front of the church.
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Riveting architecture and design collaborate to form this breathtaking Veterans Memorial, which serves as a public piece reminding visitors of our country's history and heritage. There's just so much to see in Columbus, that you'll definitely want to book an architecture tour.
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Columbus is also home to one of the most innovative and creative play spaces for children, The Commons. This free indoor playground encourages friendship, creativity, and lots of climbing and exploring.
If you need somewhere to stay in Columbus (or are just looking for more extraordinary places to explore), the Inn at Irwin Gardens is almost too marvelous to be real.
Looking for amazing food in Columbus? ZwanZigs is the place to go! With unbelievable pizzas and incredible craft brews, you'll instantly fall in love with this restaurant.
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Of course, no trip to Columbus is ever complete without stopping into Zaharakos old fashioned ice cream shoppe. You'll fall in love with the old time decor and vintage items (and the ice cream, obviously!).
From art to architecture to food, gardens, and so much more, Columbus is a pretty happening, often overlooked little city. And we're calling it - it's probably the coolest town in the state.
Have you ever visited this hidden gem in Indiana? For more amazing, overlooked places to visit in the Hoosier state, check out this list.
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