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Great Escape
A
look at what to do in the major U.S. and worldwide tourist destinations. --
October 30, 2006
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You'll find the best of all worlds in Wisconsin's capital
city -- natural beauty and outdoor recreations, stimulating cultural
offerings, distinctive restaurants and shops and an irreverent spirit of fun. Built
on an isthmus between lakes Monona and Mendota, Madison is renowned for its
beautiful scenery. A total of five area lakes and over 200 parks provide an
abundance of year-round outdoor activities: hiking, biking, swimming, sailing
and more. Urban culture, natural beauty and small town charm -- Madison offers
it all! Median income -- $41,941 Median
house value -- $139,300 For more information visit www.visitmadison.com
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| The Top 9 Attractions in
Madison |
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| Ice Age National
Scenic Trail
This hiking trail passes fascinating
geological formations by the recession of giant glaciers during the Ice
Age, about 70,000 to 100,000 years ago. |
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| Henry Vilas Zoo
608-266-4732
The zoo inside Vilas Park has 800 animals
from 200 species, including African lions, South American alpacas and
tortoises from the Galapagos Islands. |
The wildest place around!
Adventures with animals from all over the world |
| Wisconsin
Historical Museum 608-264-6555
Bringing Wisconsin's history to life
through exhibits from prehistoric times to today. |
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| Olbrich Botanical
Gardens 608-246-4550
Explore this breathtaking rain forest
year-round to stroll through the flower gardens; an adventure for all
ages. |
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| Monona Terrace
608-261-4000
A state-of-the-art Frank Lloyd
Wright-designed community and convention center on the shore of Lake
Monona. |
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| Madison
Children's Museum 608-256-6445
Dig for dinosaur bones, freeze your
shadow on a phosphorescent wall and put on some overalls to brush, groom
and milk cows and learn about Wisconsin's dairy industry. |
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| University of
Wisconsin Arboretum
This 1260-acre of forest land borders the
southern half of Lake Wingra. The land has been restored and is owned by
the university. Cross-country skiing and a paved 10K loop for running
are available. |
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| Elvehjem Museum of
Art 608-263-2240
The art museum's impressive collection
includes prints, photographs, paintings and sculptures from prehistoric
times to modern day. Special exhibits throughout the year showcase local
artists. |
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| Slate Street
This seven-block bustling thoroughfare
buzzes with activity all day long from the coffeehouses, ethnic
restaurants, bookstores, art galleries and specialty shops. |
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