Bloomington, Indiana
Life in Bloomington is a combination of laid-back rural southern-Indiana charm along with a vibrant, innovative cultural life by way of Bloomington's place as the home of Indiana University’s 40,000 plus students.
Remarkably diverse culturally and ethnically, Bloomington received world-wide attention recently when it hosted a visit from the Dalai Lama to the Tibetan Cultural Center, one of the nation’s largest Buddhist communities, just outside of town.
Bloomington enjoys a moderate midwestern climate with rolling Indiana hillsides covered by old-growth hardwood forests, dotted by rugged limestone outcroppings that speak of the area’s many working stone quarries. Nearby is the 
amazing beauty of McCormicks Creek State Park, the Hoosier National Forest, and Brown County State Park, the destination for thousands of visitors each year who come to appreciate the gorgeous fall foliage displays.
Indiana University brings world-class music, theatre and cultural events to campus, most of which are open to the general public, making Bloomington’s cultural life remarkably exciting.
In addition to local happenings, Bloomington is just one hour from the big city excitement of Indianapolis, just 1.5 hours from Louisville and four hours from Chicago, making it possible to enjoy your pick of the best arts and music in the midwest.
Bloomington Links:
Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau