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Smithfield · Ham & Charcuterie Tourism

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Smithfield · Ham & Charcuterie Tourism

Unique Factor: Country ham tradition since 1600s, peanut-fed pigs, smoke curing Key Experiences: Smokehouse tours, ham museum, curing process observation Best Season: Year-round, October for ham fest Infrastructure: 7/10 - Traditional American tourism Average Daily Spend: $80-200

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Unique Factor: Country ham tradition since 1600s, peanut-fed pigs, smoke curing Key Experiences: Smokehouse tours, ham museum, curing process observation Best Season: Year-round, October for ham fest Infrastructure: 7/10 - Traditional American tourism Average Daily Spend: $80-200

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 3
Region: USA, Virginia

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Old, rustic building.

Photo by Micah Carlson

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Photo by Tyler Mower

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bridge over water with white boat and city buildings in background under blue skies

Photo by Forsaken Films

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Detail of the ornate metal arches at Smithfield Market in London showcasing intricate design and vibrant colors.

Photo by Sofía Marquet

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Detailed close-up of wheat stalks in a field, capturing natural beauty in Smithfield, Virginia.

Photo by Raziel Janeway

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Fury movie prop. Australian Armour and Artillery Museum in Cairns.

Photo by David Clode

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Mowing the lawn and weeds of an old historic home in Smithfield Utah.

Located at TK Secure Storage in Logan & Brigham City, Utah.

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Photo by Adam Winger

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Adorable Siberian Husky with blue eyes enjoying the outdoors in Smithfield, NC.

Photo by Candy Nogales

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This osprey was using its sharp eyes looking for a fish for breakfast, as it flew over one of the lakes at the Cattana wetlands, Cairns, Australia.

Photo by David Clode

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Animal Rights activists from Direct Action Everywhere protest in Sacramento to stop factory farms the negative effects on the climate crisis, is the contribution to pandemics, like covid-19 and animal cruelty.

Photo by Jorge Maya

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Please don't get me wrong, I am not in favour of anarchy, I just thought this photo could be useful for journalists, political commentators, bloggers, etc. The name on the side a tank at the Australian Armour and Artillery Museum in Cairns.

Photo by David Clode

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Jacanas walk on water lily leaves, and catch insects. This one is trying to catch what looks like a small bee. The birds have to keep moving from leaf to leaf as they slowly sink. Their incredibly long toes help to spread out their weight.

Photo by David Clode

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