Carlisle, Harrisburg, Hershey: Beyond the Mountains - Hershey PA Weekend Getaway

Preview: Southeast Pennsylvania was the easy part: The flat, accessible reaches of southeastern Pennsylvania were the first to be settled, and lent themselves readily to farming. Beyond the Susquehanna River lay the Appalachians, however—their long ridges, one after another, blocking the path west. It’s no wonder that early pioneers nicknamed them the Endless Mountains. In our travels to the other side of the mountains, we’ll take a look at the days when plantations still existed in Pennsylvania, and how Pennsylvania’s fertile farmland helped Milton Hershey convert chocolate from a luxury item to something kids could buy at the corner store (back when there were corner stores).And, yes, there is our state government. We don’t have to watch the sausage being made—just enjoy one of the most beautiful capitol buildings in the country. The detailed itinerary in this chapter is a driving tour that features extensive recommendations for sightseeing attractions, recreational activities, lodging, restaurants, shopping, and more.
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Duration: Two nights
Best Time to Go: Year-round
This travel guide comes from:
Quick Escapes: Pittsburgh Guide Book