Indiana

ABOUT INDIANA

Indiana lies in the Midwestern United States between Illinois and Ohio, with the motto “The Crossroads of America”. The state borders Michigan to the north and Kentucky across the Ohio River. Indiana covers about 36,420 square miles of rolling plains, farmland, forests, and river valleys. Indianapolis stands as the capital and largest city. Other notable cities include Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Indiana follows the Eastern Time Zone, though some counties observe Central Time near the Illinois border.

Indiana also holds an important place in American sports and transportation culture. The state hosts the world-famous Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Several interstate highways cross Indiana, linking the Midwest with major national routes. Travelers often depend on driving directions to navigate corridors like I-65, I-70, and I-69. These highways guide visitors between Indianapolis, Lake Michigan’s shoreline, and historic towns across the Hoosier State.

Famous Tourist Attractions

• Indianapolis Motor Speedway (Indianapolis)
• Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (Indianapolis)
• Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis)
• Indiana Dunes National Park (Porter County)
• Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari (Santa Claus)
• Brown County State Park (Nashville, Indiana)
• Notre Dame Campus and Basilica (South Bend)

Popular Routes & Scenic Drives

• Indiana Dunes Scenic Drive (Lake Michigan Shoreline)
• Historic National Road / U.S. Route 40 (Across Central Indiana)
• Brown County Scenic Route (South-Central Indiana)
• Lincoln Heritage Trail Route (Southern Indiana)