in southwest Indiana has two historic restored hotels. The French Lick Springs Hotel and the West Baden Springs Hotel are within a half a mile of each other,” says Bedel. “West Baden has got a geodesic dome.” These properties offer comprehensive experiences: “They have golf, they have horseback riding, bike riding, they’ve got everything there, pools, indoor, outdoor, and so it’s a great family place and they have a casino, so it’s a great adult-only kind of place as well.” INDIANAPOLIS: RACING HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS The capital city showcases Indiana’s blend of world-class attractions, with both family-friendly destinations and internationally recognized sporting events.“Indianapolis has the world’s best Children’s Museum, and it’s celebrating a hundred-year anniversary this year,” Bedel says. This renowned institution consistently ranks among the top children’s museums globally and continues to draw visitors from across the country. Racing heritage defines Indianapolis in the eyes of many visitors, particularly through its signature sporting event. “We hold the biggest spectacle in racing every year at the Speedway, the Indianapolis 500, and it’s over a hundred years old,” Bedel notes. 121 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 03 INDIANA DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (IDDC)
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