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Oklahoma Travel Guide
From Wikitravel
Oklahoma is a state in the Great Plains region of the United States of America.
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"Oklahoma" means "red men" in Choctaw, and it has one of the highest populations of Native Americans (almost 8%). But many of them came here from elsewhere in America; for instance, the Cherokees were relocated from Georgia. So it is not surprising that Oklahoma has more horses per capita than any other state in the U.S.
When the tornado sirens sound the alarm, like they do every year, don't panic. Follow a local to a "safe place". It's nearly always a false alarm, but better safe than sorry.
Attractions
Wine travel has become a surprising attraction that is rapidly growing in popularity for Oklahoma visitors. Since voters chose to update the laws reguarding Oklahoma winery operation in 2000, wineries and vineyards have begun springing up all over the state. Currently, Oklahoma offers 17 different licensed wineries to visit and enjoy. All offer free tours and wine tastings, but it is best to visit their web sites to schedule your visit.
Some offer unique wine varieties you may not be able to try anywhere else. Many offer wine grape vines for sale and some offer lodging as well.
For a Calendar of Oklahoma wine tasting events and list of Sooner State wineries: http://www.nuyakacreek.com/blog/blogger.html
Oklahoma has more miles of original Route 66 road-bed left than any other state.
Every Route 66 state has its own unique sights and special contributions to the history and lore of Route 66. But only in Oklahoma do the elements of buildings, roadside attractions, people and history come together in such overwhelming abundance. We've got many that you'll recognize from historical accounts of Route 66: the Round Barn, the Blue Whale, the Coleman Theatre, the Meramec Caverns Barn, the Milk Bottle Building, Totem Pole Park, the Rock Café, and now Route 66 wineries in both Vinita and Stroud.
External links
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Chickasaw National Recreation Area - Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park System, was established in 1906 to provide for the protection of its unique recreational, cultural and natural resources, including springs, streams, lakes, hiking trails and historic structures.
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Oklahoma Parks, Resorts & Golf - Complete guide featuring listings of resort parks, parks with cabins, state parks and golf courses including rates and reservations, calendar of events, and region map.
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Washita Battlefield National Historic Site - Washita Battlefield National Historic Site protects and interprets the site of the Southern Cheyenne village of Peace Chief Black Kettle that was attacked by the 7th U.S. Cavalry under Lt. Col. George A. Custer just before dawn on November 27, 1868.
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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 59,020 acre refuge with hiking, wildlife observation, photography, picnicking, camping, and other outdoor recreation opportunities. Located north of Lawton - Fort Sill Oklahoma.
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ChefMoz Dining Guide: Oklahoma - Detailed restaurant listings with reviews submitted by the public, and links to outside reviews. Search by name, cuisine, rating or location.
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Oklahoma Restaurant Guide - From Restaurants.com - search for restaurants by city, offers free restaurant registration.
Thanks to wikitravel.org and dmoz.org
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