About Rochester, MN
Rochester, Minnesota is with 80,000 inhabitants the fifth largest city in the state of Minnesota. Situated about 80 miles southeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul and 70 miles west of La Crosse in Wisconsin, Rochester is an important centre for health care, agriculture as well as cutting edge technology. The city's economic prosperity is boosted by the presence of IBM headquarter complexes while the Mayo Clinic and Medical Centre are the city's proud in medical care.
After a devastating tornado in 1883, the lack of medical facilities in Rochester became apparent. Upon the initiative of local Dr.Willam Mayo, the St. Mary's Hospital was founded which later grew out to the Mayo Clinic, world famous for its medical practices and outstanding facilities. Until today, Rochester is recognized as an important medical centre in the United States.
The many bicycle and walking tracks in the city make Rochester a perfect place to explore by foot or bike. Historical attractions of the city include the Mayowood Mansion, the Olmsted County History Center and Museum and the Plummer House of Arts. The Mayo Civic Center offers a year-through program of cultural and musical entertainment while the many parks of the city combined with the surrounding picturesque farmlands, give Rochester its hospitable and friendly ambience.
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