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United States

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High

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Known For

  • Bourbon
  • Horses
  • Bluegrass
  • Basketball
  • Coal
  • Derby
  • Limestone
  • Mammoth Cave
  • Tobacco
  • Bluegrass Music

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Risk Level

High

Vaccination Progress

59.6%

Daily new cases

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100k

Infection rate

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0 %

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59.6 1+ Dose

Kentucky is located in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by seven states: Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio to the north; West Virginia and Virginia to the east; Tennessee to the south; and Missouri to the west.

The capital city of Kentucky is Frankfort, which is situated in the central part of the state.

Yes, Kentucky is known for its diverse landscape which includes the famous Bluegrass region, Appalachian Mountains to the east, the Mississippi River to the west, and the rolling hills in the central part of the state. It is also home to the longest cave system in the world, Mammoth Cave National Park.

Kentucky is accessible by air, with the main airports located in Louisville and Lexington. It's also reachable by car via several major interstate highways, including I-65, I-75, and I-64, and by bus through various national bus services.

Major cities that attract tourists in Kentucky include Louisville, known for the Kentucky Derby and Muhammad Ali Center; Lexington, famous for its horse farms and Keeneland Race Course; and Bowling Green, home of the National Corvette Museum.

Kentucky is divided into both time zones. The Eastern Time Zone covers the largest portion of the state, including cities like Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort, while the Central Time Zone includes places to the west, such as Bowling Green and Paducah.

Yes, Kentucky has Mammoth Cave National Park, which features the longest known cave system in the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers a variety of tours and activities for visitors.

The best time to visit Kentucky is during the spring (April to June) and fall (September to October), when temperatures are mild, and the scenery is particularly beautiful with spring blooms or fall foliage. Also, the Kentucky Derby takes place in early May, which is a popular event for visitors.

Kentucky offers a range of outdoor activities including horseback riding, hiking in the Appalachian mountains or in one of the state parks, exploring Mammoth Cave National Park, boating or fishing in the many lakes and rivers, and enjoying the Bourbon Trail for those interested in Kentucky's famous bourbon whiskey.

Yes, many horse farms in Kentucky offer tours for visitors, especially in the Bluegrass region around Lexington. These tours often require advance reservations, so it's a good idea to plan ahead. It's a great way to experience Kentucky's storied equestrian culture and history.

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