Lincoln

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The City of Lincoln lies in Nebraska, a US state. It has the distinction of hosting the University of Nebraska and is also the county seat of Lancaster County. The year 2008 population estimate of the city showed the figure as 225,581. Initially Lincoln was a village of Lancaster being formed in 1856. At that time, Omaha was the capital of Nebraska Territory. Most of its inhabitants lived south of the Platte River though. The village of Lancaster was after some time renamed Lincoln becoming the state capital. In 2008 the city was named as the healthiest in the country.

Nature has gifted Lincoln with beautiful landscapes. The inhabitants also have done their share of hard work to bring out the city's natural beauty. There are above 100 individual parks in the city which has an extensive park system. Some of the largest parks in the region are Holmes Park, Antelope Park, Pioneers Park and Wilderness Park amongst others. Recreational trails with a 159 km system connect these parks.

The economic activity in Lincoln mainly depends on its service industries. The key enhancers of the local economy are the state government and the University of Nebraska. Apart from these, the city bustles with such industries as banking, medical, education, insurance and call centers. BryanLGH Medical Center is the biggest source of creating employment since it comprises of two main hospitals and numerous large outpatient facilities in the city. Lincoln has Amtrak which is a national passenger rail system that acts as a bridge with other main neighboring US cities.

Lincoln presents a very colorful sports arena to the outer world. Its University's football team, the Nebraska Cornhuskers has always provided exciting thrills to the fans. The University of Nebraska upholds twenty-one men's and women's teams. Some other worthy teams are the Lincoln Saltdog's, a baseball team and an ice-hockey team USHL. The other entertainment scene involves of course live music venues like Bourbon Theatre, Pershing Auditorium (large tours and national acts) and the Zoo Bar (blues). For a different flavor of music and dance prospects, the Pla-Mor Ballroom hosts the much acclaimed Sandy Creek Band.

Numerous performing arts venues also boost the value of the city of Lincoln. Broadway productions, guest lectures and concert music tours conduct their shows at The Lied Center which is yet another one of the city's prized sites. Next, UNL students perform plays at Temple Building while the city's worth is also augmented by community theatre productions being held at various venues. Gear yourself for a wonderful touring experience. Snatch Lincoln Tickets!