The name has nothing to do with French kisses. The French built a fort here and the name comes from the salt springs located in the area. French Lick became a very popular resort area in the early 1900’s. The picture shows the popular French Lick Hotel circa 1900. Today, it is a popular getaway place for lovers. French Lick is the hometown of Larry Byrd, the famous basketball player.
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