Fayette County Map, Kentucky

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Fayette County, Kentucky

Fayette County is in the middle of Kentucky and home to Lexington, the state’s second-largest city. It’s horse country though. Be careful or you might trip over a thoroughbred.
History’s all over the place, from Henry Clay’s home to Mary Todd Lincoln’s house. And let’s not forget the bourbon.
The University of Kentucky keeps things lively, while downtown Lexington has enough bars and restaurants to keep you busy for weeks. There’s a reason they call this area the Bluegrass State, and it ain’t just for the grass.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Fayette County |
County Seat | Lexington |
Population | Approximately 345,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Lexington, Athens, Little Georgetown, Griffin Gate |
Interstates and Highways | I-75, I-64, US-25, US-60, KY-4 |
FIPS Code | 21-067 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 286 sq mi (Land: 284 sq mi; Water: 2 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Scott County (North), Bourbon County (Northeast), Clark County (East), Madison County (South), Jessamine County (South), Woodford County (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | Kentucky |
Coordinates | 38.0406° N, 84.5037° W |
Etymology | Named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat and military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War |
Major Landmarks | Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Race Course, University of Kentucky |
Website | Fayette County Website |
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