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   Opelika (pronounced / ˌ oʊ p ə ˈ l aɪ k ə / OH-pə-LY-kə) is a city in and the county seat of Lee County in the east-central part of the U.S. state of Alabama. [3] It is a principal city of the Auburn-Opelika Metropolitan Area .

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3. encyclopediaofalabama.org › article › opelikaOpelika - Encyclopedia of Alabama

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   Feb 6, 2024 · Opelika is situated at the juncture of the Piedmont Upland and East Gulf Coastal Plain physiographic sections. The town's name means "big swamp" in the Muskoghean language spoken by the region's Native Americans. Evolving from a small railroad town, Opelika is part of the sixth fastest-growing small metropolitan area in the nation. Opelika is ...

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   • Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge. The Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge is located at the end of Municipal Park in Downtown Opelika. The picturesque bridge has been a local landmark since it was first constructed in the early 1900s.
   • Museum of East Alabama. Find out everything you need to know about Opelika at the Museum of East Alabama. The museum details the city’s rich history, with exhibits and artifacts from Native American dwellings and the American Civil War, to details of a German World War II POW camp in Opelika.
   • Tuskegee National Forest. Located south-east of Opelika, is Tuskegee National Forest. It may be the smallest national forest in America, but it offers visitors a vast range of outdoor activities to enjoy.
   • John Emerald Distilling Company. If you enjoy a ‘wee dram’ of whisky, your next stop should be John Emerald Distilling Company in Opelika. Named after John Emerald Sharp who emigrated to America from Scotland, the distillery in Downtown Opelika is open for tours and sampling.

5. www.britannica.com › place › OpelikaOpelika | Historic Town, Auburn University | Britannica

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   Opelika, city, seat (1866) of Lee county, eastern Alabama, U.S. It is situated about 15 miles (24 km) west of the Chattahoochee River, adjacent to Auburn. The first settlers entered the area following the signing of a final treaty with the Creek in 1832.

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6. trip101.com › article › things-to-do-in-opelika-alTop 18 Things To Do In Opelika, Alabama - Trip101

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   • Pay a visit to Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge. Another shot of the Salem Shotwell Covered Bridge in Opelika, AL. Posted by Sussman Imaging on Wednesday, 14 November 2012.
   • Chug down beers at Red Clay Brewing Company. Getting ready for tonight's Tap Takeover! Welcome Red Clay Brewing Company from Opelika, Alabama. Posted by LiveOaks on Thursday, 25 June 2015.
   • Learn about Opelika at Museum of East Alabama. Museum Of East Alabama in downtown Opelika. Posted by Museum of East Alabama on Friday, 21 November 2014. Learn about the history of Opelika at the Museum of East Alabama and get a glimpse of the way of life of the people from the time when Opelika was inhabited by Indians.
   • Plan a family picnic at Opelika Municipal Park. Come check out our new toddler area at Opelika's Municipal Park! We hope everyone enjoys it! Posted by Opelika Parks & Recreation on Friday, 10 June 2016.

7. isolatedtraveller.com › 10-interesting-facts-about10 Interesting Facts About Opelika - Isolated Traveller

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   May 24, 2024 · Facts About Opelika. The Opelika area was first settled in 1832 after the Treaty of Cusseta was signed by the U.S. government and the Creek Nation. After the treaty, Opelika kept its original Creek name, which translates to the “Large Swamp”.

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   Jun 2, 2021 · Good for Adrenaline Seekers. Show more. 48 places sorted by traveller favourites. 1. John Emerald Distilling Company. 28. Distilleries. A craft distillery located in downtown Opelika, Alabama. Crafting seven different spirits and featuring the first legal whiskey made in Alabama since prohibition.

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   Where is Opelika Alabama located?

   • Opelika (pronounced / ˌoʊpəˈlaɪkə / OH-pə-LY-kə) is a city in and the county seat of Lee County in the east-central part of the U.S. state of Alabama. It is a principal city of the Auburn-Opelika Metropolitan Area.

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   What is Opelika, Alabama known for?

   • Opelika, Alabama is the county seat of Lee County in the United States. It is known for the Robert Trent Jones Grand National golf course, which has been the venue for several national and other important golf competitions. The Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatics Center provide the facilities for life enhancement and physical fitness activities.

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   Is Opelika a city?

   • It is a principal city of the Auburn-Opelika Metropolitan Area. As of the 2020 census, the population of Opelika is 30,995, an increase of 17.1 percent from the 2010 Census where the population was 26,477.

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   What does Opelika mean?

   • Opelika is situated at the juncture of the Piedmont Upland and East Gulf Coastal Plain physiographic sections. The town's name means "big swamp" in the Muskoghean language spoken by the region's Native Americans. Evolving from a small railroad town, Opelika is part of the sixth fastest-growing small metropolitan area in the nation.

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   When was Opelika first settled?

   • The Opelika area was first settled in 1832 after the Treaty of Cusseta was signed by the U.S. government and the Creek Nation. This treaty placed the land, and all other Creek territories east of the Mississippi River, under the possession of the United States government.

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   How did Opelika get its name?

   • This treaty placed the land, and all other Creek territories east of the Mississippi River, under the possession of the United States government. Though the territory now belonged to the U.S., Opelika kept its Creek name, which translates to "large swamp", from opilwa (swamp) and lako (big).

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