This Tiny Indiana Town Is One Of The Happiest Places In America
We all want to live somewhere happy and safe – so why not check out one of the happiest places in America? This small Indiana town is consistently ranked as one of the happiest places in the state…and it’s easy to see why!
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Batesville is a quiet town of roughly 6,000 residents, located in Franklin and Ripley counties. Not only does this town have a ton of history, it's also a great place to call home.
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This scenic town is perfectly located, offering residents a great rural setting, while sitting centrally between the cities of Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Louisville. Hoosiers who live here can easily take their pick of which city to visit, since they're all the same distance away.
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It's hard to feel sad in this tight knit community, where there's always something fun happening. From farmers markets to small town festivals, you'll find all the events you could hope for in this town.
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Batesville also boasts incredible schools, both public and private, with a plethora of educational opportunities for students. The school system is a prime reason why many families move here.
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Batesville is also full of incredible eateries, like the popular Big Four Cafe, Lil' Charlies Restaurant and Brewery, Ertel Cellars Winery Bistro, and the Restaurant at Walhill Farm.
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It's also home to an amazing recreational center, Liberty Park, that offers plenty of outdoor fun from disc golf to playgrounds to tennis courts, baseball fields, and more.
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It's not hard to see why this wonderful and beautiful community is one of the happiest places in the country.
What other towns in Indiana do you think are some of the happiest places to live? For a full list of the safest towns in the Hoosier state, check out this post.
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