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About LexingtonThough the educational experience at work is the reason we are here, we as a program also recognize that life outside of work makes us more productive and happy people while within the hospital walls. To that end, Lexington provides a wonderfully beautiful backdrop for us to grow and learn, have fun, and even raise a family in a safe environment, When asked, most residents will name the camaraderie within the program is the reason they love working here, but usually a close second is how much they enjoy living in Lexington! A few facts about the "Horse Capitol of the World:"
Although it is Kentucky's second largest city, Lexington has retained its small town charm and hospitality. This friendly atmosphere, along with its scenic countryside and plethora of entertainment opportunities, makes Lexington a very pleasant place to live or visit. Now...some of the highlights:
CULTURAL ACTIVITIESEstablished over 200 years ago as one of the first settlements west of the Allegheny Mountains, Lexington is rich in culture and entertainment. For those with classical interest, Lexington has a philharmonic orchestra, a ballet company, a Broadway theater series at the Lexington Opera House, and numerous musical, theater and art events available through the University of Kentucky Singletary Center for the Arts. There are also two very good local theaters groups as well as Shakespeare in the Park and Picnic with the Pops during the summer. Numerous gallery hops also serve as evening entertainment.
SPORTSUK AthleticsOur residents are official members of the Big Blue Nation! The enthusiasm for UK sports pervades Lexington year round. Basketball fans will be familiar with the Kentucky Wildcats, college basketball's all-time wins leader (2,052 and counting!), seven national championships (2nd all-time), and 14 Final Fours (4th all-time). Though basketball may be the most well-known sport, the University of Kentucky has 20 Division 1 sports teams (10 women's, 9 men's, and 1 co-ed team) to provide something for everyone! Football in the fall is a great tradition as well, as residents from far and wide always enjoy spending a beautiful Saturday afternoon off work by tailgating for SEC football! Recently, (as this year's baseball team was ranked #1 during the season) tailgating baseball games and watching from the party deck has also become popular among residents.
HORSE COUNTRYLexington is most famous as the "Horse Capital of the World," with the surrounding horse farms raising some of the finest thoroughbreds in the country. Showcasing the splendor of houses is the Kentucky Horse Park, only a fifteen minute drive from downtown Lexington. Encompassing more than 1,000 acres of a former horse farm, it is the only public facility in the nation devoted to celebrating the horse. The Horse Park boasts a horse museum, ample horse riding and viewing facilities, and picnic and camping facilities for the enjoyment of the whole family. In 2010, the Horse Park hosted the World Equestrian Games, marking the first time this event has been held outside of Europe.
Lexington is also home to Keeneland Race Course, arguably the most beautiful racecourse in the world. Keeneland offers live thoroughbred racing each April and October and simulcast betting available year-round. Most Lexingtonians view Keeneland as the smaller yet nicer, quainter, and more elegant, version of Churchill Downs in Louisville (which hosts the Kentucky Derby each May).
And that's not all as far as horsing goes... The beautiful horse farms located out Old Frankfort Pike, Newtown Pike, or Old Richmond Road also make for a leisurely and scenic drive or bike ride.
PROFESSIONAL SPORTSLexington has two professional sports teams, a Class A minor league baseball team (Legends), and an arena football team (Kentucky Horsemen), who won the 2004 League Championship and lost in the finals in 2006. Legends games are a popular pastime for residents and their families, with admission prices less than $10, lots of great deals on food and drinks, and theme nights to make it a fun night out! Also, Lexington is only a 90 minute drive away from NFL football and major league baseball in Cincinnati, Ohio.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESNatural Bridge
Lexington also is appealing to anyone who loves the outdoors. With its large lake and wild river system, beautiful gorges and rock formations, and an extensive cave system, Kentucky's State park system is rated as perhaps the vest east of the Mississippi. Within an hour's drive of the city, you can hike or rappel in Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge State Park, canoe the Kentucky River Palisades, bass fish in Herrington Lake, or participate in any of a number of other outdoor activities at one of the many state parks within easy reach of Lexington. Cumberland Falls, 90 minutes south of Lexington, is one of only two places in the world where you can see a "moon bow" (a rainbow formed by the mist of the waterfall visible only during a full moon, especially spectacular during January or February). The other location is Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Africa. To enjoy some outdoor activities while staying in Lexington, Raven's Run and the Arboretum are popular locations.
LOCAL ACTIVITIESIf you're looking for something to check out in Downtown Lexington, here are a few suggestions: Thursday Night Live:
Held in Cheapside Park each Thursday in the
summertime- Local vendors sell food and drink, live
bands play, and artisans sell crafts. A great
place to bring your friends, family and dogs.
TRANSPORTATIONBlue Grass Airport offers non-stop flights to 14 cities(Bluegrass Airport) and is serviced by the following seven airlines: AirTran Airways, Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Continental Express, Delta Airlines, United Express, and US Airways. As residents, we find it very convenient with very quick check-in lines. Should you be looking for a road trip, Lexington is within a day's drive of 75% of the country's population. Driving distances to other places of interest:
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