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By Amanda Galiano, About.com

Check out the best of Little Rock and Arkansas with these photographs. After you checked out the photos, you can find out how to visit yourself on the review pages.

1. River Market & Farmers Market

Veggies at the Farmers MarketAmanda Galiano
The Farmer's Market is held Tuesdays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Spring and Summer in the River Market. You can pick up flowers, vegetables, fruits and plants there, but unlike some Farmers Markets, you'll also find jewelry, wood crafts and unique pieces made by local artists.

2. The Old Mill

The Old Mill, also known as Pugh's Old Mill, is a popular gathering spot for Arkansans. Wedding photographs, picnics and more all take place here. The Old Mill was featured in Gone With the Wind and was built by Justin Matthews in the 1930s.

3. Modern Day Central High

Little Rock Central HighAmanda Galiano
Today, Central High is not only a national landmark but also a functioning high school. Central produces more national merit scholars every year than any other Arkansas school and has one of the state's most respected athletic programs.

4. Magic Springs and Crystal Falls

Magic Springs and Crystal FallsArkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Arkansas' theme park resides in Hot Springs and consists of a water park, a stage which often features live music and lots of rides including some great coasters.

5. The Little Rock Zoo

Red PandaAmanda Galiano
From alligators to zebras, you'll find them all hanging out at the Little Rock Zoo. It's a fun family outing and they are adding new things all the time.

6. The Peabody Hotel Ducks

Little Rock Peabody Ducks on red carpetAmanda Galiano
Visit the Peabody Hotel in downtown Little Rock. Everyday the hotel loads ducks in an elevator, down a red carpet and to the lobby to swim around a fountain. The ducks march down everyday at 11:00 a.m. and march up at 5:00 p.m..

7. Arkansas Greek Food Festival

Greek Food FestvalAmanda Galiano
The Greek Food Fest occurs in May every year and is a celebration of Greek food and multi-cultural dancing and music. Of course, the food is the biggest draw and makes this celebration a great way to spend your lunch hour.

8. Oaklawn Park (Hot Springs)

OaklawnAmanda Galiano
Oaklawn is located in Hot Springs, AR. It's about an hour drive from Little Rock. Oaklawn horse racing is one of the only places in Arkansas where gambling is legal.

9. The Arkansas State Fair

The Arkansas State Fair Midway At NightAmanda Galiano
The Arkansas State Fair attracts over 400,000 patrons every year. It features a livestock show, rodeo and many live musical acts.

10. Riddles Elephant Sanctuary

Riddle's is hard to find, but worth looking. They have about a dozen elephants and offer shelter to elephants who have retired from zoos & circuses and other elephants who need a home.

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