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Cycle through scenic Appalachian routes, savor crispy traditions, and uncover the heart of Kentucky's charm.
London is known as the "Cycling Capital of Kentucky," boasting numerous scenic routes for both road and mountain biking.
The World Chicken Festival, a popular annual event, draws thousands of visitors to London each year.
Daniel Boone is believed to have explored and hunted in the area surrounding London during his time in Kentucky.
Laurel County, in which London is located, is home to the Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site, commemorating the first documented cabin built in Kentucky by a European.
London, Kentucky, nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Laurel County, owes its origins to the fertile lands and strategic location along early transportation routes. Established as a county seat, it rapidly evolved into a trading hub for the surrounding agricultural communities. The city's development was significantly shaped by the arrival of the railroad, facilitating the transportation of timber and coal – key resources that fueled its early economic growth. London served as an important staging area during the Civil War, with both Union and Confederate forces vying for control of the region, reflecting Kentucky's divided loyalties and strategic importance in the conflict. The legacy of this era can still be explored through local historical markers and sites.
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144 London Shopping Center, London, KY 40741, USA
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1349 S Laurel Rd Suite 4, London, KY 40744, USA
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1916 West Highway 192, London
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1214 Barbourville St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1752 KY-192 Suite 1B, London, KY 40741, USA
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1188 S Laurel Rd, London, KY 40744, USA
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London, KY 40741, USA
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1228 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1531 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1331 N Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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506 E 3rd St, London, KY 40741, USA
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102 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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251 KY-80, London, KY 40741, USA
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CVB Dr, London, KY 40741, USA
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309 W Dixie St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1752 KY-192 Suite 200, London, KY 40741, USA
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998 Levi Jackson Mill Rd, London, KY 40744, USA
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605 West Highway 192, London
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425 South Laurel Road, London
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130 North Main Street, London
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395 KY-192, London
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Tlc Lane, London
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1720 Highway 192 West, London
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Jody Street, London
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202 E 4th St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1527 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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1708 KY-192, London, KY 40741, USA
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1653 KY-192, London, KY 40741, USA
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319 KY-192, London, KY 40741, USA
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1100 S Main St, London, KY 40741, USA
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100 Bacho Way STE 500, London, KY 40741, USA
While we prioritize independent local storefronts that carry the soul of the town, these national brands are located nearby and support local employment.
Cato
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DQ Grill & Chill
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Hardee’s
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Huddle House
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Little Caesar’s
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Tractor Supply Company
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+ 1 more national brands
Connections that unite London with other Kentucky towns
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