Honoring the Great Explorer, Christopher Columbus

Honoring the Great Explorer, Christopher Columbus

The city of Columbus in Ohio is named after the great explorer, Christopher Columbus. A two-scale replica of The Santa Maria, which was the ship of Christopher Columbus can be found in the downtown riverfront. The city was founded at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers in 1812, quickly flourishing and assumed the functions of state capital in as early as 1816.

Columbus Today – Modern and Large

Columbus is the largest city in the state, offering guests and residents with lots of options for recreation, accommodation, and work or play options. Still, large and modern as it is, the city is considered to be among the best places in the country to raise a family. Also, even with its large size, the city has a low population density so that even the downtown metropolitan area is quite roomy and only has a few people relative to its size.

Historic and Wonderful Neighborhoods

Columbus is comprised of dozens of neighborhoods, ranging from small, intimate ones to large areas that encompass several areas. Still, there are some neighborhoods that are worth checking out. For instance, the Victorian Village is in an older area and offers restored Victorian houses and structures. It is actually considered as one of the most attractive neighborhoods in the city. Another favorite is the Italian Village is a historic district that was the first suburb of Columbus. The German Village is another historic place to visit which also includes the German Brewery District.

More Landmarks to Visit

Columbus is truly a wonderful place to visit because lots of landmarks and historic places can be seen here. Being the state capital, it houses structures like the Ohio Statehouse in Capital Square. It is also home to various structures such as the Franklin Park Conservatory, LeVeque Tower, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and the Inniswood Metro Gardens.

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