We’ve already covered how Lexington is clearly better than Louisville, but how does it stack up against some of our neighboring state’s top cities?

Lexington offers a refreshing slower pace and a great quality of life. As a smaller city (315,109 residents vs. 465,230 in Atlanta), Lexington enjoys a degree of that appealing small-town aesthetic. But, don’t take our word for it. Not only did Lexington trounce Louisville on US News & World Report’s Best Places ranking, it also blew Atlanta out of the water.

Atlanta didn’t even crack the top 50.

So, let’s compare the two major cities. Lexington vs. Atlanta: A Cost and Lifestyle Comparison.

The Cost of Housing

Understandably, finding a place to live is a top concern when you move to a new…

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waterfall and stream in Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, outside Lexington, KY

Lexington surely has a more laid-back, small-town sensibility than other major American cities of a similar size, but everyday life can definitely get just as hectic.

Luckily, the city of Lexington and the surrounding Kentucky landscape’s rolling hills of green are brimming with national parks, green spaces and nature sanctuaries just waiting to be explored.

With parks opening up more and more across the state, join us as we explore 4 great Lexington-area parks that you can escape to this weekend.

Special Note: Both Raven Run Nature Sanctuary and McConnell Springs Park are requiring that visitors register before they visit. You can register your vehicle online here - groups are staggered. Registration at Raven Run is good for 2 hours and 1…

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