Today, the city is known as the home of boxer Muhammad Ali, the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Fried Chicken, the University of Louisville and its Cardinals, Louisville Slugger baseball bats, and three of Kentuckys six Fortune 500 companies: Humana, Kindred Healthcare, and Yum! Brands.

What is special about Louisville Kentucky?

The largest city in Kentucky, Louisville, was founded on the Ohio River in 1778 and named in honor of the French King Louis XVI. Louisville is also known for having the largest collection of cast-iron building facades outside of New York City.

Why is Louisville so important?

Named for King Louis XVI of France in appreciation for his assistance during the Revolutionary War, Louisville was founded by George Rogers Clark in 1778. During the Civil War, Louisville was an important Union base of operations and a major military supply center.

Is Louisville a good place to live?

Louisville is in Jefferson County and is one of the best places to live in Kentucky. Living in Louisville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Louisville there are a lot of restaurants and parks. The public schools in Louisville are above average.