About The Lehigh Valley

The Lehigh Valley is located approximately 60 mi (97 km) north of Philadelphia, 80 mi (130 km) northeast of Harrisburg, and 90 mi (140 km) west of New York City, the country’s largest city. The area is home to more than 820,000 people as of the 2010 U.S. Census. Recent studies show it to be the fastest growing region in Pennsylvania, due in part to its growing popularity as a bedroom community for the highly populated neighboring regions of Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York City, and its favorable business climate, much lower cost of living in comparison to surrounding areas. The Lehigh Valley is geologically and geographically part of the Great Appalachian Valley, a region largely made up of limestone that stretches along the eastern edge of the Appalachian Mountains. The Lehigh Valley is named because it is composed of an actual valley that lies between two mountain ranges, Blue Mountain to the north and South Mountain to the south. Lehigh Valley also is considered part of the historic Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

Living in the Lehigh Valley PA

Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley offers attractions for every taste and lifestyle. Home to many colleges, universities and medical facilities, the Lehigh Valley is rich in history and home to diverse cultural attractions, dining, entertainment and recreational activities.

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There are fun and exciting things to do in the Lehigh Valley!  Visit Bethlehem City during the holidays and enjoy amazing restaurants and wonderful shops along Main street.  For a fun night out you can visit the Sands Casino and in August don’t miss the world famous Musikfest which hosts amazing music artists every year!  Finally, if you are looking for some family fun visit the Da Vinci Science Center for the science geeks in your family but if you just want to have some fun take your family to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom.

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