Toledo : State Ohio

Toledo, the seat of Ohio's Lucas County, is the focus of a metropolitan complex comprised of Ottawa Hills Maumee, Oregon, Sylvania, Perrysburg, and Rossford. Toledo is located on the western end of Lake Erie at the mouth of the Maumee River, surrounded by generally level terrain.  The city played a crucial role in the War of 1812, after which the victorious Americans enjoyed unimpeded settlement of the Northwest Territory. Port of Toledo is a major port in Toledo. Toledo is also an important center for arts, culture, and education,

The soil is quite fertile, particularly along the Maumee Valley toward the Indiana state line. The proximity of Lake Erie influences the climate of Toledo.

Area: 81 square miles (2000)

Elevation: 615 feet above sea level

Latitude: 41.67 N

Longitude: 83.58 W

Average Temperatures: January, 22.5° F; July, 72.1° F; annual average, 48.5° F

Average Annual Precipitation: 33 inches

Population: 301,285 as on 2005

Attractions

    * Fort Meigs
    * Sauder Farm and Craft Village
    * Toledo Zoo
    * Toledo Center of Science & Industry
    * Toledo Firefighters Museum
    * Isaac Ludwig Mill

Festivals

    * Rock, Rhythm 'n Blues Festival
    * Old West End Festival
    * Toledo Botanical Garden
    * Lucas County Fair