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Bloomington, Indiana

A great place to vacation any time of year, Bloomington, Indiana offers a wealth of exciting things to do and see: stimulating cultural offerings, distinctive restaurants and shops, Big Ten sporting events, and a vibrant, youthful spirit. For the most up to date Hoosiers, travel and vacation information on Bloomington, Indiana, the Bloomington, Indiana CVB website is the source for information on lodging, restaurants, attractions and events. The website contains information on area weather, maps and other helpful travel aids for what ever you need for an exciting experience.

Established in 1820 as the first college west of the Allegheny Mountains, Indiana University has transformed over the years from an outpost of knowledge in the wilderness to a vibrant center of learning for students from all cultures and backgrounds. IU offers several nationally recognized programs for students of everything from music to medicine. Plus, IU offers a world of things to see and do for the casual visitor, including museums, performance venues, Big Ten athletics and so much more!

Whether you’re an athlete or a spectator, you can be a part of the Hoosier sports tradition at Indiana University. You’ll find lots of Big Ten intercollegiate action throughout the school year, including football, basketball, swimming and soccer. IU's 24 varsity teams boast one of the nation’s best overall records, capturing 24 NCAA titles over the years. In addition, IU offers a wide range of recreational sports facilities which are open to the public for a fee and are free to students.

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To request your free full color Bloomington, Indiana travel planner now, visit the Bloomington, Indiana CVB website at www.visitbloomington.com.

Join The Dalai Lama In Bloomington Indiana

The Dalai Lama will be visiting the Tibetan Cultural Center in Bloomington October 23-28, 2007, and presenting teachings at Indiana University from October 24-26, 2007. For more information, visit the Tibetan Cultural Center.

Dedicated to the people of Tibet, the Tibetan Cultural Center, located on 90 acres just south of town, offers a relaxing and peaceful setting for meditation and reflection. The Tibetan Chortens here (2) are the only ones in the nation. The TCC was established to acquaint people with the history and culture of Tibet and to support Tibetans everywhere. Throughout the year, it provides a place for workshops, teachings, seminars, initiations, retreats and ceremonies relating to the Tibetan culture. Meditation sessions are held every Sunday followed by informal discussion. Visitors can view a permanent sand mandala as well as many other works of art on display.