Images of Washington’s Bavarian Village (Below)

Leavenworth is America’s most authentic Bavarian village. Offering shopping, restaurants, bars and theaters in a magical setting at the foot of the Cascade Mountains. Leavenworth grew out of a dying logging town, transformed by two visionaries whose imagination and perseverance made their dream a reality. Read the whole story at Leavenworth, WA and the Making of a Bavarian Dream.

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In the aftermath of the Civil War, Americans embraced Spiritualism. Communicating with the dead became a huge national fad. Lily Dale was established during this time.

Hey Cupcake! Austin has been at the forefront of the food truck craze. There are dozens of them up and down Congress Avenue.