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About Gettysburg

As the location of the most pivotal confrontation in the Civil War, this town satisfies every United States history buff's dream. Visit the National Military Park and other historical hot spots, such as the Jenny Wade House and the Eisenhower Farm, in this famous Pennsylvania town.

Millions of people flock to this town stationed just over the Mason Dixon line in Pennsylvania Dutch country. Not only will you satisfy your desire for a history vacation, but you will enjoy year round sports, such as downhill skiing at nearby Ski Round Top, golfing at the Links, and horseback riding at local stables.

July Fourth weekend reigns as the most popular time of year to visit Gettysburg. Swarms of union and confederate dressed soldiers march into town as participants in the annual Gettysburg Battle Reenactments. Many ghost hunters believe the first weekend in July attracts more unexplained phenomena to this most haunted location in the United States.

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Top 5 Reasons To Visit Gettysburg


1. Theaters and the Arts - Enjoy the performing arts in Gettysburgs many theaters, such as the Totem Pole Playhouse and the Gateway Theater.


2. Fabulous Shopping - Gettyburg serves as the home of outlet shopping and local shops selling Gettysburg souveniors to remember your trip to this historical mecca.


3. Most Haunted Place in United States - Many haunted houses and spookies spots earn their notoriety because so many Civil War soldiers met tragic deaths while fighting in this hallowed town in 1863. Join a Gettysburg ghost tour and see for yourself or maybe make your own ghost story. Read More About Most Haunted Place in United States


4. Battle of Gettysburg - Civil War History buffs satisfy their cravings with Gettysburg battlefield tours, countless museums, and the famous battlefield reenactments every July 4th weekend. Read More About Battle of Gettysburg


5. Ski the slopes - Visit Ski Roundtop year round and enjoy skiing, tubing, and snow boarding the fall. Enjoy summer events provided during the warmer months.

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1. The Land of the Little Horse
	Visit the land of the little horses open daily for tours and performances. These spectacular animals are scaled down versions of horses performing gallant acts with their miniature stature.
2. Gettysburg National Military Park
	The Gettysburg National Military Park serves as the number one attraction in Gettysburg where history buffs learn in detail about the events of this civil war in this outdoor museum.
3. The Links at Gettysburg
	Golfweek Magazine rated The links at Gettysburg as the No. 6 rated public golf resort in Pennyslvania.
4. Jennie Wade House
	The Jennie Wade house, originally the McClellan home, lived through the Battle of Gettysburg and witnessed the tragic death of Gettysburg civilian Jennie Wade, as she was preparing bread for the Union soldiers.
5. Eisenhower Farm
	Tour the President's home, enjoy a self-guided walk around the farm, or join a park ranger for an exploration of 1950s Secret Service operations or a look back at WWII and Ike's problems as Supreme Commander.

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