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Home to the University of Kentucky and sometimes known as the "Horse Capital of the World", Lexington is the second biggest city in Kentucky. The city has a rich history in the arts, particularly with Bluegrass music, and it is also known for horse racing and the University of Kentucky Wildcats basketball program.

The Arboretum is a highlight for any visit to Lexington. The beautiful trees and gardens change with each season, so no two visits are alike. It's definitely worth your time to make a stop here and explore!

Versailles is a small town with a few interesting buildings and some good, local restaurants. There's also a large park and frequent farmer's markets, concerts, and other events throughout the summer.

There's an interesting bit of history along this unassuming road, dating back to the American Revolution. The inscription on the plaque reads "This antebellum Greek Revival Home was part of Bowman estate. Col. Abraham Bowman commanded 8th Va. Regt. in Revolution. Behind house was Todd's Station, built 1779 by Levi Todd, grandfather of Mary Todd Lincoln and Emilie Todd Helm. Mrs. Helm, wife of CSA Gen. Ben H. Helm, bought house in 1912. Later owned by Wm. H. Townsend, Lincoln authority. Listed on National Register, 1978"

The Keeneland Race Course is a historic horse racing venue dating back to 1936. The venue has hosted prestigious races such as the Breeders' Cup and the Bluegrass Stakes. It was also featured in the 2010 film "Secretariat" due to the retro look of its track and buildings.

Here you will find the Thoroughbred Park, which has an impressive set of fountains and some life-size bronze sculptures of race horses. These beautiful sculptures are by the artist Gwen Reardon. There are over 40 plaques which honour the people who worked in the industry.