Cherokee Heritage Center in Tahlequah
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Cherokee Landing in Tahlequah.
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Linney Breaux's Cajun Eatery in Tahlequah.
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Illinois River in Tahlequah
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JT Nickel Preserve in Tahlequah.
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Sam N Ellas Pizzeria in Tahlequah.
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Tahlequah

Tahlequah, Oklahoma, the capital of the Cherokee Nation, has been named one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America. Wander through the Tahlequah Original Historic District, an area where the street signs are written in English and Cherokee. Tour the Cherokee National History Museum and experience unforgettable cultural destinations, museums, interactive exhibits, cultural activities, and shopping. Float down what many consider the state's best canoe waterway, the Illinois River, or make a big splash at Lake Tenkiller. Unwind with fun and entertainment at the Cherokee Casino Tahlequah. Come time to chow down, enjoy sweet crepes and coffee at Drip, dive into Sam & Ella's Chicken Palace pizza, or take in scenic views from the Branch's outdoor patio.

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