Known for its temperate weather, scenic beaches and rich American history, Cape Cod has plenty of things to see and do.Historically named for producing large quantities of cod and mackerel offshore,Cape Cod is often referred to as the ?flexing arm? of Massachusetts because of its shape. Famous naturalist writer Henry David Thoreau also wrote about the area. Liberty Bell
Cape Cod is made up of 15 towns (all comprised of smaller villages) and 560 miles of seashore. The area is also home to 42 world-class golf courses and 13 historic lighthouses, which is one of the most concentrated collections of lighthouses in the country. Lighthouses in the region have been important tools in keeping ships safe as more than 3,000 shipwrecks have occurred around the Cape in the past 300 years.
Cape Cod is home to over 200,000 people year-round and, during the busy summer months, the area's population triples.Many people have summer homes here,though the majority of the Cape's yearround residents are retired.
South Dakota's Black Hills region has plenty to offer a group. Whether the trip has a patriotic, historical or scenic theme, the Black Hills will leave a long lasting impression. The distinct landmarks and scenes found here have allowed for several area major motion pictures to be filmed, including Dances with Wolves, one of the region's most famous. Liberty Bell
The memorial is home to the Lincoln Borglum Museum. It has two 125-seat theaters that show 13-minute films about Mount Rushmore. The best viewpoint at the memorial is right above the museum the Grandview Terrace. The Presidential Trail, a walking trail and boardwalk starts the Grandview Terrace and ends at the Sculptor's Studio.
Hidden beneath the Black Hills, Jewel Cave National Monument spreads across the inside of the hill stretching to be the world's second longest cave. Nearly 135 miles of the cave have been mapped out for an unforgettable experience. Jewel Cave National Monument was established to preserve the beautiful cave and opened in February 7, 1908 to the public.
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