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Council Bluffs
Set in the county seat of Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States, Council Bluffs is on the east bank of the Missouri River. The population was marked as 58,268 in the 2000 census.

Abraham Lincoln settled here in 1859, but the city was worth visiting and living, much before that. It is decades older than the city of Omaha, Nebraska whose foundation was laid down by Council Bluffs businessmen and speculators in the year 1854.

Only in this year, ten million people will visit this city that offers a great deal of fun. The career prospects and the good life will make many people want to permanently reside here. The first inhabitants of Council Bluffs were the Sauganashs band of Potawatomi who settled here in 1838 migrating from Chicago.

You can indulge in a variety of things at Council Bluff, Iowa. The city has one of the most vibrant past making it a sought after and fascinating destination. Here in this city, you will find dazzling casinos, hotels and nice places where you can dine in grand style. The city has more than 20 museums and historical sites, with the capacity to host conventions and meetings for as much as 2,000 delegates.

One of Council Bluffs highlights is the new most modern convention center complex, the Mid-American Center. The Center can accommodate 7,500 people with a 25,000-square foot multi-purpose auditorium and 44,000-square foot conference facility. Not only that, the meeting space is smoke-free and the center also boasts free parking spaces for 2000 vehicles.

Two large-chain hotels are at a walking distance near Mid-American Center. One of them is Country Inn & Suites Hotel and the other is the 151-room Marriott Springhill Suites which has recently been inaugurated.

These hotels offer the best of facilities like high-speed internet, free deluxe breakfast and lots more! Also, the management of Bluffs Run Casino got it refurbished with an investment of $85 million, and now carries a new name of Binions Horseshoe Casino. And when you want to absolutely freak out then Ameristar Casino can take you to new delights of fun which hosts concerts and other events.

Other area attractions in Council Bluffs are Ak.Sar.Ben Aquarium and Nature Center where 50 species of native Nebraska fish are present. The aquarium has Gretna Fish Hatchery Museum also.

Chanticleer Community Theater has the mission of providing a stimulating experience on the basis of educational, cultural and historic experiences for the greater Council Bluffs Community via performing arts. Historic General Dodge House is yet another landmark which is a 14 room Victorian mansion being the home of General Granville M. Dodge, who was a great War general.

The mansion was restored and contains the original settings. Lewis and Clark Monument is a recently restored monument whose attractive overlook offers an expansive view west.

Loess Hills Scenic Byway is yet a breathtaking phenomenon composed of fine, yellow loess sod which stretches 220 miles, while you can grab additional views and points of interest on the side.

Whether you are interested in big events or personal gatherings, Council Bluffs has the most appropriate venues, and vigor to keep you mesmerized. So visit it when you get the first chance!