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Lexington, consolidated with Fayette County, is the second-largest city in Kentucky and the 61st largest in the United States. Known as the "Horse Capital of the World", it is the heart of the state's Bluegrass region. With a mayor-alderman form of government, it is one of two cities in Kentucky designated by the state as first-class; the other is the state's largest city of Louisville. In the 2014 U.S. Census Estimate, the city's population was 310,797, anchoring a metropolitan area of 489,435 people and a combined statistical area of 708,677 people.
Lexington ranks tenth among US cities in college education rate, with 39.5% of residents having at least a bachelor's degree. It is the location of the Kentucky Horse Park, The Red Mile and Keeneland race courses, Rupp Arena, the world's largest basketball-specific arena, Transylvania University, the University of Kentucky and Bluegrass Community & Technical College.
This area of fertile soil and abundant wildlife was long occupied by varying tribes of Native Americans. European explorers began to trade with them but settlers did not come in force until the late 18th century.
This is a video showing the exciting things to do in Lexington, Kentucky. It was made by the production crew at A Look At Media Ventures, LLC. This video is not yet meant for distribution, and is preview of what we have in store. Full Version of the video due in the near future.
By Madison Hopkins, Mo Ghuneim, and Reagan Prater, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, Lexington, KY, for 2015 STLP State Competition: Kentucky Travel.
http://www.milestoneky.com/communities/lexington As Kentucky's second largest city, Lexington is centrally located in the world renowned Bluegrass Region of the state. Surrounded by gently rolling countryside, beautiful horse farms, and pastoral scenery, Lexington is known as the horse capital of the world. The Kentucky Horse Park offers a full schedule of diverse events and activities showcasing horses of all breeds. Additionally, Lexington is home to the famous Keeneland race track and the Red Mile trotting track. Keeneland offers thoroughbred racing twice a year in an historical and magical park-like setting. Keeneland draws global attention to its thoroughbred horse auctions which contribute greatly to Kentucky's economy. Lexingtonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to ...
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The Original HD Version - Another in the Popular Two Guys Travel Video Series. This time the guys travel to Lexington, Kentucky. Why? To see some HillBillies! But to our surprise there is more to Kentucky then just Bluegrass, Bourbon and HillBillies.
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This video features Dean Balkwill, a.k.a. Mr. Travel South, as he takes us on a tour of Bowling Green, Bardstown, and Lexington, Kentucky. This video represents the "There's Only One Kentucky" Super FAM itinerary for the 2013 Travel South USA International Showcase in Nashville, Tennessee.
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