Philadelphia Hotels: Review of Hotel Monaco in the Old City
Philadelphia is home to many amazing hotels, but if you are concentrating your visit to Philadelphia in the Old City and around sites like Independence Hall and the Museum of the …
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How to Get to Wild Creek Falls in Beltzville State Park
Beltzville State Park in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, is primarily known for its nearly 1,000-acre lake that is popular with both boaters and swimmers, as well as for its covered bridge. However, …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to over 200 covered bridges, but few can match the beauty and quality of the two historic covered bridges in Lawrence County, PA. In fact, if you …
Exploring Scranton’s Industrial History at the Anthracite Heritage Museum
If you ask people about Scranton, you are likely to hear one of two things: the TV show “The Office” or coal. The area that makes up present-day Scranton was …
Exploring the Religious History of the Lehigh Valley at the Moravian Historical Society Museum
William Penn’s desire to create a colony with the freedom of religion drew many persecuted groups to Pennsylvania. Some are well-known today, such as the Amish, while others have been largely …
The Truth About Hiking Glen Onoko in Jim Thorpe
There are many beautiful waterfalls in the Poconos, but few have the same reputation as the three waterfalls in Glen Onoko near the small community of Jim Thorpe. It seems …
7 Beautiful and Historic Churches to Visit in Pittsburgh
During Pittsburgh’s heyday, it was one of the most popular destinations for immigrants coming to the United States. Each of these immigrant groups left their cultural marks on the city …
Learning About Historical Disasters at the Johnstown Flood Museum
On May 31, 1889, a devastating flood struck Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding countryside. Caused by the bursting of the South Fork Dam 14 miles above the city, a wall …
Hiking in Seven Tubs Recreation Area in Wilkes-Barre
There are many beautiful waterfalls and natural areas in northeastern Pennsylvania, but if you are looking to get outdoors near Wilkes-Barre and Interstate 81, you might not think there are …
The UncoveringPA Weekend Guide to Meadville and Crawford County, Pennsylvania
Located in northwestern Pennsylvania, Meadville is a city that’s often overlooked by travelers in the region. However, for those looking for a unique destination filled with great history and natural …