Interesting Facts

Known for its entrepreneurial zest and economic livelihood, it should come as no surprise that Columbus is home to many Fortune 500 company headquarters.
Columbus, the largest city in Ohio, also serves as the state's capital. The state's largest university, Ohio State University, is also located here � Go Buckeyes!
Columbus has a moderate climate with four distinct seasons. The average annual temperature is 54 degrees.
The Banana Split ice cream was first created in Columbus.
Jack Nicklaus, one of the greatest golfers of all time was born in Columbus. When Nicklaus won the Masters in 1986, he raised his total of major championship wins to 18, far more than any other player.
Columbus lies along the banks of the Scioto River. It is the 15th largest city in the United States and one of the fastest growing.
Topiary Garden, a unique downtown attraction, reproduces Georges Seurat's post-impressionistic painting "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte." Big Deal? The reproductions are done in topiary figures � some up to 12 feet tall! It is the only exhibit of this type in the world!
Hey, I've seen him on the Today Show! World-renowned zookeeper Jack Hanna is Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo, and you can occasionally see him strolling the grounds checking out the animals. The zoo has received national attention for its success in breeding cheetahs and gorillas and for having the country's largest collection of reptiles.
Columbus' Town and Country Shopping Center was the world's first mall concept. The city also serves as the world headquarters of well-known shops including the Limited, Express, Bath & Body Works, Victoria's Secret and Abercrombie & Fitch.Therefore, it should come as no surprise that Columbus is a mecca for shoppers.
It has been said that there are more restaurants per capita in Columbus than in any other U.S. city. So, whatever your fancy, Columbus is sure to please, from hamburgers to Ethiopian food.