Meaning of Pennsylvania Dutchland | Babel Free

Definitions

Pennsylvania Dutch country; an area of southeastern Pennsylvania that historically had a high percentage of Pennsylvania Dutch inhabitants. The region centers around the cities of Allentown, Hershey, Lancaster, Reading, and York.

Examples

“Up until recent decades Easter Monday was celebrated as a holiday in rural Pennsylvania Dutchland.”

“Perhaps pie cupboards were made and used in places beyond the Pennsylvania Dutchland.”

“Staying in Pennsylvania Dutchland, you can visit HersheyPark and cavort with Hershey candy characters, or visit Lancaster's Dutch Wonderland, now also operated by Hershey Estates, which is replete with many pseudo German references.”

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