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Reasons you love Columbus, Ohio

CoLOVEbus mural | Photo by @mx.gay_photography

What do you love about Columbus? | Photo by @mx.gay_photography

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Happy Valentine’s Day. 💞 In the spirit of love, we asked you what you love most about Columbus. There are many amazing things about our city so we’re excited to share some of your answers.

You love the outdoor + travel scene…

  • “The metroparks and the Scioto Mile” - @soaringphxphotos
  • “The ease of getting around!” - @nikkinoms
The Scioto Mile | Photo via Ellie B.

The Scioto Mile | Photo via Ellie B.

You love the people…

  • “I love this city because I met my fiance here playing OSU club basketball and I met all my lifelong best friends here.” - @megmckean23
  • “The love everyone has for each other. Friendliest place on earth.” - @kiffyyy

You love being a Buckeye…

  • “I love the spirit behind being a Buckeye. We are all rooting for the same team. I love that anywhere you go if you yell O-H, someone is going to yell I-O.” - @gobucks556
  • “I love the sports scene, and supporting all of Ohio State sporting events. Go Bucks!” - City Editor Hanna
City Editor Hanna with Brutus Buckeye | Photo via Hanna W.

City Editor Hanna with Brutus Buckeye | Photo via Hanna W.

You love the restaurants and bars…

You love the suburbs…

  • “The diversity in the neighborhoods.” - @donald_boerger
  • “All of the suburbs which each have their own style and community behind them.” - @supportingcbus
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