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While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided in this publication at the time of printing, the advertisers and the editor shall not be liable for damages arising out of errors or omissions. Inclusion in this publicat- ion does not imply endorsement by the Indiana Office of Tourism Development. The opinions expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of the publisher or the editor. ©2015 Indiana Office of Tourism Development VisitIndiana.com / 2015 1 INDIANA MAP 0510 20 miles 0 10 20 30 kilometers ROADS Interstate U.S. Highway State Highway SYMBOL KEY POINTS OF INTEREST Welcome Center Urban Area Lake or Reservoir State Park National Forest 2 Official Indiana Travel Guide / 2015 WHAT’S INSIDE 31 24 22 Contents Departments Features 2 Map Find welcome centers, state parks, urban 1 Welcome! 24 Small Town Road Trips areas, lakes, reservoirs and national forests Indiana has a surprise around every Cozy B&Bs. Cute cafés. 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