Horse races, bourbon, baseball bats, and a...death tunnel? Today we tell the story of Lia's hometown: Louisville, KY! We trace the history of the city from its frontier origins to the modern-day. Louisville's history runs deep, and it's not always pretty. So pour yourself a bourbon and tune in. Unless you're driving - that's not cool.

For more Louisville content, check out:

• 15 Lovely Things to Do on a Romantic Getaway to Louisville
• 50 Places to Visit in Louisville, Kentucky
• 27 Best Breweries, Distilleries, and Bars in Louisville, KY
• 29 Amazing Place to Eat in Louisville, Kentucky

Interested in quitting your job to go travel? Check out the new book by Practical Wanderlust's own Lia Garcia: How to Quit Your Job and Travel, available December 8th on Amazon.