Pennsylvania Vacations, Pennsylvania Vacation Reviews, Tourism Guide

Pennsylvania Vacation Guide

Pennsylvania's history is as old as the nation that it is a part of. It has gone under a variety of nicknames over the years, such as “The Keystone State” in regards to its importance as not only a central location for the original 13 colonies of the United States, but also for the number of documents that have been signed in the state of the founding of the country, such as the Declaration of Independence. In addition, cities like Philadelphia date back to the Revolutionary War. The state is also known as “The Quaker State” in regards to its title during colonial times as The Quaker Province, when William Penn signed the Constitution for the state. Home to a long line of industrial and American history, the state is worth visiting simply for the historical values alone.

However, Pennsylvania cannot be summed up by only the historical references that the state has. There are mountains, forests, farmlands, and 121 state parks throughout the state. And along with Philadelphia, known for its history and its world-famous Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches, Pittsburgh hosts the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Carnegie Museum. The combination of natural beauty and places like Gettysburg and Valley Forge make Pennsylvania one of the most visit-worthy states in the entire nation.

With shorelines along Lake Erie and a major seaport on the Atlantic Ocean, and plenty of mountains, farmlands, and forests in between, Pennsylvania is a state of extremes from one side to the other. Regardless of what time of year you decide to visit you can bear witness to a variety of sights and sounds, experience some of the most majestic scenery in the nation, and take a trip back in time with Amish communities and plenty of Quaker references in their lifestyle. There is more here than can be experienced in just one trip, so be prepared to take several to see it all.