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Though covered bridges are generally a thing of the past, Maryland's largest county still has three of them that are a popular attraction for tourists.

From romantic folklore to memories of days gone by to generations past, covered bridges provide a glimpse of life in New England in the late 1800's and early 1900's.

Covered Bridges are a unique and dying part of American history, but the bridges are located in scenic spots that give a traveler something pleasant to look at.

Visitors enjoy Parke County, Indiana, which is keeping a link to America's rustic past alive by preserving its covered bridges and history.

Covered bridges, usually associated with the eastern United States, were also built by the hundreds in early-day Oregon. Those that remain are photographers' delights.

Parke County, Indiana, is the "Covered Bridge Capital of the World." Celebrate the historic structures at an annual fall festival October 10-19, 2008.

A look at the remaining covered bridges left in the state of Georgia and what type of covered bridge they are.

There is something serene and peaceful about getting married outside. The beauty of late-day sunshine or rushing water add a unique ambiance to wedding ceremonies.

The Great Indiana State Fair, which runs August 6-17, 2008, is the sixth oldest state fair in the United States. Agriculture has been the focus of the event since 1852.

The irony is seldom lost on visitors to Winterset. How could the tiny house on South Second Street give birth to such a big man whose name and legend spans the world?

Brian Doyle is the award-winning author of well-known books for kids and young adults. Take a closer look at the life and works of a noted Canadian writer.

Virtually untouched by the American War, the riverside town of Hoi An shines as an inhabited museum. A walker's dream, Hoi An offers culture within reach of the ocean.

Pretty Silverton is not just a gateway to the Oregon Garden and Silver Falls State park, it 's a great place to stop for a friendly welcome, good food and music.

A weekend getaway or a week's vacation Mohican State Park is a great way to experience nature in North Central Ohio

The legend of Sleepy Hollow is much more than just a Ghost story. It leaves the reader with a moral lesson learned and questions asked at the end of the story.

Developing a sense of place is very important to a novel as it adds flavor and color to the plot and characters.

In "The Bridges of Madison County," based on Robert James Waller's novel, two lonely people get a second chance at love.

Mohawk Mt. Was the site of early snowmaking experiments and remains today, in its 60th season, the closest big hill skiing and snowboarding to Hartford and New York City.

One of two New Brunswick national parks, Fundy National Park offers hiking trails, campgrounds, bird watching, and the world's highest tides in the Bay of Fundy.

From Civil War battlefields to French-Americans in Mobile, Alabama has a long, rich history. Alabama's two historical marker systems tell the story of Alabama's past.

Set in western Bhutan, two hours or so from the capital, Punakha is a semi tropical valley, the ideal place to enjoy Bhutanese culture and relax in winter.

Set on 45-acres near Lake Champlain, this collection of paintings and sculpture includes Degas, Manet and Cassatt and owes its fame to founder Electra Havemeyer Webb.

The Woodstock Inn & Resort, on the village green of historic Woodstock, combines deluxe rooms, fine dining and activities for adults and children for family getaways.

Home of Sesame Place and the scenic village of New Hope, Bucks County, PA is a great destination for a day or weekend trip from the NYC metro area.

When the dog days of August, turn to the cool nights of September, Southern New England offers some of the best Fall Foliage in all of New England. Here's where to look.

Frankenmuth Michigan is an excellent place to visit any time of the year.

"They put the old valley to sleep," one worker claimed during the transformation of the Sacandaga River Valley into the Great Sacandaga Lake in the 1920s.

Leaf peeping is the best reason to visit New Hampshire in autumn. Scenic driving routes with lovely fall foliage locations attract many visitors to New England state.

The New England City of Manchester is situated in central New Hampshire. Pet friendly hotels welcome dogs and cats to visit along with human guests.

Sightseeing highlights in Strasbourg, France include the Gothic cathedral, the romantic La Petite France area with half-timbered houses, Maison Kammerzell, and museums.

Chateau de Chillon, one of Switzerland's best castles and monuments on the shores of Lake Geneva, is easily reached by car, bus, train, boat, or on foot from Montreux.

Valentine's Day has now come and gone, issuing in its new crop of wedding couples ready to plan their special days. So how can you make your wedding reception unique?

Don't hate Venice because she's beautiful and romantic. For any negative comments critics may heap on her, she has as many positives to overcome those naysayers.

The bucolic Paro valley is steeped in history, dotted with traditional Buddhist monasteries and unique cultural attractions in a pristine Himalayan setting.

Arlington is classic small-town America, as portrayed by the artist Norman Rockwell on the covers of the Saturday Evening Post.

Drive up to Howard Finster's Paradise Gardens and the first glimpse of this 4-acre art environment is overwhelming, intriguing and beguiling.

Yappi Club, a new venture in Moscow, seeks to change the way city tours are done, providing tour groups and travelers to Moscow with an in-depth look into Russian culture

Southern New England offers autumn foliage get-aways within a two- or three-hour drive of New York and Boston. Highlights are Berkshire and Litchfield Counties.

Strasbourg, the capital of the French province of Alsace-Lorraine, provides an enjoyable combination of German architecture and order and French charm and elegance.

From country to jazz, alternative rock to bluegrass, music festivals in Oregon, Washington, Wyoming and Montana showcase the best of local and regional musicans.

Autumn in New England is famed for the colorful fall foliage and stunning scenery. Vintage railroads travel through the scenic country side for color tours & Santa Trains

The southern Ontario city of Guelph boasts old world charm, historic and cultural sites and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation right in the heart of downtown.

Granite mountaintops, rushing waterfalls, and fast-moving rivers, set against a colorful backdrop-- no wonder fall is one of the best times to visit New Hampshire.

Can't afford the time or tremendous expense of a vacation? Well, you can go on an imaginary journey and see some sights and have a ton of fun on a virtual vacation.