Known as the Horse Capital of the World, it is also the home of the 2012 National Basketball Champions, the University of Kentucky Wildcats. Lexington has a rich tradition of excellence in both the equine industry and basketball.
As the location for the annual Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, host of the world’s largest and most prestigious equestrian event, the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, The Kentucky Horse Park is the Sport Horse Capital of the United States.
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Whether you want to watch the races at Keenland, enjoy a concert or event at Rupp Arena, or host a convention at the Lexington Convention Center, Lexington has just what you are looking for in Central KY. Located less than 175 miles from such major cities as Cincinnati, Louisville, Knoxville, Nashville and Indianapolis it is easily accessed from interstates 64 and 75.
Lexington KY is rich in history and culture. It boasts the Lexington Opera House which is on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the premiere performing arts centers in the region. The Opera House offers something for everyone: ballet, opera, children’s productions, family shows, comedy, music and professional national Broadway tours.
Those looking to relocate to this area can choose from farm land, single family homes, condos, apartment complexes and townhouses. The options are limitless.