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City in Indiana, United States
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Columbus is a city in Southern Indiana and the seat of Bartholomew county.
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A historic courthouse building built in the second empire style. It features large clock tower.
An early post modernist fire station, most clearly recognized by its tower displaying the number "4".
A former office for the local newspaper, it uses glass walls extensively. It is now used by Indiana University for classes.
An extension campus located near the airport.
A two-story brick house in the Italianate style.
Famous for its conversation pit.
Elementary school with modern architecture, including colorful, tube-like hallways and corridors. Not open to public, but the exterior itself merits a visit.
An 25 ft tall bronze arch sculpture by Henry Moore.
A 30-foot-tall series of motors and gears giving the statue movement.
A pedestrian alley with public artwork on display.
Annual architecture symposium and exhibition.
A public enclosed skating venue. Open year round.
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A downtown cinema operated by a local charity.
An outdoor public swimming complex, with a water slide, diving boards, lap pool, and leisure pool.
Gourmet ramen and other gourmet noodle dishes. Order at the counter, staff brings it to your table. Delicious. A couple of vegetarian options are available.
Family restaurant with traditional Ukrainian cuisine and homemade food, founded by Ukrainian immigrants.
Offers live entertainment.
A pizzeria that brews their own beer and soda.
Columbus Pump House
Includes wifi, breakfast, and truck parking.
Includes an indoor pool, Wi-Fi, fitness center, and breakfast.
Hotel provides complimentary Internet in lobby and guestrooms. The Bistro serves breakfast, dinner, beer, wine and Starbucks coffee.
Indoor pool, business center, fitness center, wired and wireless internet included. Allows pets with $35 deposit.
A bed and breakfast in a historic Edwardian mansion. The gardens were inspired by Roman gardens found in Pompeii, and the gardener's cottage is now home to a spa. The gardens are open freely to the public Tu Su 2-6PM from June to October. A guided tour is available of the first floor and garden from 1-2PM on open days for a cost of $15.
Sells Cummis branded apparel.
By plane
Columbus has a municipal airport, but it is only used for private and the occasional charter flight. The nearest commercial airport is Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
By bus
There is a daily bus that runs from Columbus to the bus station in downtown Indianapolis. It can be boarded at the "transportation depot" next to the county jail.
The 27 mi Columbus people's trail circles the city, allowing for easy movement by bicycle.
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