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Lexington
Fayette County,
Zip Code
"The Heart of the Bluegrass"
"The Horse Capital of the World"
The Kentucky state capital is Frankfort.
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Zip Codes
40507
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Statistics & Facts
The population of Lexington is approximately 235,256 (1995).
The amount of land area in Lexington is 280 sq. miles.
Lexington per capita income is $20,165 (1994).
Lexington miscellany.
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Location
Lexington location: in north-central Kentucky, not far from Frankfort. It is at the intersection of three highways - I-64 and US 60, running west to Frankfort and US 68, which runs northeast to Paris. Lexington is 78 miles east of Louisville.
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Geography
The geography for Lexington is gently rolling plateau in the center of the Bluegrass Region.
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Climate & Weather
The climate for Lexington is four seasons with no long-term inclement weather during the year.
The weather in Lexington is enjoyable! Here is a Weather page for Lexington.
Lexington average annual precipitation is 45.68 inches per year.
The average low temperature is 54.9 degrees F.
The average winter temperature is 23-54 degrees F.
The average spring temperature is 34-74 degrees F.
The average summer temperature is 61-86 degrees F.
The average fall temperature is 36-79 degrees F.
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History & History Related Items
Lexington history: Lexington is rich in history. Before the Civil war the major crop was hemp, which was used to make the rope for the riggings of ships. Sailing vessels dwindled after the advent of steam power. Once the Civil War was over, most farmers switched their yields to tobacco as the major crop. Buyers are still attracted to Lexington for the largest loose-leaf tobacco market in the world. Another of Lexington's chief industries is that of Bluegrass seed and barley. Though Lexington has kept pace with manufacturing and industry in all fields, it has retained its wonderful Southern heritage. Georgian homes, vast estates and horse farms are seen all over the area. Horses are an important "crop" in Lexington. Thoroughbreds were first brought to Kentucky from Virginia. The first races were held here in 1787. Only 10 years later, the Lexington Jockey Club was organized. Not only Thoroughbreds, but also Standardbred, American Saddle horses and show champions are bred here.
One of Lexington's favorite sons is John C. Breckenridge. A state at the Fayette County courthouse honors this member of the Kentucky Legislature, the U.S. House of Representatives, and the U.S. Senate. He is also remembered was the youngest vice president of the United States.
Lexington is the geographic and commercial center of the "Bluegrass Country". This is an area of over 1,600 square miles in north-central Kentucky. Farmlands with green pastures abound. The slender-bladed bluegrasss takes on its characteristic bluish color during its late-May blooming season. However, because the fields are either mowed or grazed, the true blue color is rarely seen.
In its early days, Lexington was known as the "Athens of the West" because of its dedication to the arts and culture.
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Attractions
Lexington attractions: Greater Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau
301 E. Vine St.
Lexington, KY 40507
Toll-Free: (800) 845-3959
Phone: (606) 233-7299
Group Info: (800) 848-1224 or (606) 233-1221 See other Lexington attractions The Lexington Herald-Leader presents Kentucky Connect Take a Virtual Tour of Lexington Lexington Sister Cities
Deauville, France, County Kildare, Ireland, and Shizunai, Japan
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Economy & Industry
Lexington economy: stable. The University of Kentucky is Lexington's largest employer, with more than 10,000 employees.
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