Enjoy the Beauty of Pennsylvania Amish Country
August 6, 2009 by admin
Filed under Attractions
Enjoy a slower pace of life by visiting Pennsylvania Amish country. Away from the bustle of cars, crowds, and cramped cities you can enjoy open landscapes and charming towns. Stroll down to one of Lancaster’s covered “kissing bridges” with your sweetheart or ride through the back roads of Pennsylvania Amish Country on a horse and [...]
Getting Things Done in Intercourse PA
Nobody knows for sure how the village of Intercourse PA got its name. Founded in 1754 the village was originally known as Cross Keys after an old tavern. The name however changed to Intercourse in 1814 – possibly it was named after the entrance to a racetrack named Entercourse, perhaps it refers to the joining [...]
Pennsylvania Dutch Proverbs
Learning proverbs is often a good way to gain insight into a particular culture and this remains true for Pennsylvania Dutch proverbs. Proverbs can show you what a culture values and what its sense of humor is like. Here are a few Pennsylvania Dutch proverbs to help you navigate Lancaster County. Pennsylvania Dutch on Family [...]
Pennsylvania Dutch Culture
Lancaster County is well known for the distinctive culture of its inhabitants the Pennsylvania Dutch – in particular its Amish and Mennonite communities. The term Pennsylvania Dutch refers to people who emigrated from German speaking countries in the 17th and 18th centuries, as the word ‘Dutch’ once referred to Germans. Pennsylvania Dutch culture is unique [...]
Getting to Amish Country from the Lancaster Train Station
Lancaster Amtrak Station Most people arriving in Lancaster County are interested in learning more about Amish culture. However, getting from the Lancaster train station to Amish country often leaves people at a loss. Traveling to Amish country does not need to be difficult though, as there are easy options available for the traveler interested in [...]
