Columbus has been turning heads lately. So much so that it was recently spotlighted in a global travel campaign celebrating Elsewhereism (h/t to Skyscanner ), the idea of skipping the obvious tourist spots and chasing the unexpected.

While everyone else is making their way to the usual big-name cities for the holidays, Columbus is quietly (and confidently) proving that a culture-packed escape doesn’t require skyscraper clichés or tourist-trap boulevards.

So, we thought we’d show you exactly why this city stands out as a travel destination.

About Columbus

As the state capital, this city is the kind of place that surprises you at every turn. With a population of around 880,000 , it’s the 14th largest city in the US, but it somehow manages to feel both bustling and approachable.

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