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Destinations in this Roadtrip:

• Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater
  Come visit one of the world's most significant architectural structures! The Wall Street Journal says that Fallingwater "surprises and inspires; Wright has pushed far beyond convention to rethink not only design and construction, but also the relationship of built space and the natural world, and even the nature of domestic life. The American Institute of Architects voted Fallingwater the Building of the Century in 2000; a national landmark and popular tourist destination, it is an acknowledged masterpiece."

  The key to the house is its setting---a natural rock ledge on a waterfall. Presented to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy in 1963, Fallingwater is the only remaining great Wright house with its setting, original furnishings, and artwork intact. More than two million people have visited Fallingwater since it opened to the public in 1964.

  For a more leisurely, less-crowded tour, we suggest visiting Fallingwater on weekdays. Reservations are required to guarantee admission. During periods of high visitation, exact tour times cannot be guaranteed. Two-hour in-depth tours are also offered at 8:30 a.m. by reservation only. Fallingwater is open for 45-minute guided tours from April 1 through November every day, except Monday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. From December 1 through March 31, it is open for weekend tours (weather permitting).

• Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau
  The Laurel HIghlands Visitors Bureau is the official tourism promotion agency for the region in Southwestern Pennsylvania. An information counselor will be happy to provide detailed information on the special events, history and culture, outdoor adventure, amusements, shopping, dining and accommodations in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
  
  The Ligonier center is located within walking distance of Fort Ligonier, where the key strategic battle of the French and Indian War was held in 1758; unique specialty shops; restaurants and museums. Idlewild Park, voted America's most beautiful amusement park is only 2 miles west of Ligonier on U.S. Route 30. Just a short drive further down U.S. Route 30 West is Latrobe, the Pennsylvania home of Rolling Rock Brewery and Company Store. Don't miss the wonderful mini-museum at the Company Store filled with Latrobe memorabilia including photos of Latrobe's famous sons: Arnold Palmer and Fred Rogers.
  
  Latrobe is also the site of Saint Vincent College and Gristmill. The Pittsburgh Steelers hold their annual summer training camp on the campus every July and August.
• Pine Creek Gorge
  The Pine Creek Gorge, almost 50 miles long and over 1,000 feet deep, is known as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. It offers spectacular views, abundant wildlife and beautiful folige that promise a brilliant fall display of deep reds, yellows and purples in early October. Be sure to make a stop in the quaint town of Wellsboro where you'll see gas-lit streets and Victorian mansions that date back to the early 1800s. Directions: To reach Leonard Harrison State Park, follow 660 West of Wellsboro to the east rim of the canyon (approximately 12 miles). To see the canyon from Colton Point State Park, follow Route 6 West of Wellsboro. The entrance to the park is along Route 6 in Ansonia(approximately 12 miles).
• Town Of Wellsboro
  Just ten miles from Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon, the historic town of Wellsboro offers a quaint retreat from the fast pace of city life. Stroll along Main Street, lined with trees and well-kept houses, or relax in the grass in the city's park. Enjoy dinner at one of Wellsboro's great restaurants, like the Log Cabin Inn, housed in an authentoc cabin built in 1932, and stay at one of the charming B&B's in town
• Johnstown Inclined Plane
  Ride the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane railway. Visitors center, restaurant and panoramic view. Guided tours available.
• Kinzua Bridge State Park
  Kinzua Bridge State Park is a popular location to view fall foliage. Peak viewing times are the first two weeks of October. The viewing platform is handicap accessible.

  Kinzua Creek is a cold water fishery, stocked periodically by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations are in effect for all activities in the park.

  A 150-person capacity primitive tenting area is available from April through October for qualified organized groups. Reservations are required in the tenting area.

  Sadly, the formidable Kinzua Bridge toppled during a violent thunderstorm on July 21, 2003. When this viaduct was built in 1881, it was the world's highest and longest railroad bridge at 301 feet tall, and 2,053 feet long. At the time of its collapse, it was the fourth tallest railroad bridge in the nation.

• Nemacolin Castle