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Jim Thorpe is a borough in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 4,804 at the 2000 census. The town has also been referred to as the "Switzerland of America", as can be seen in an old drawing of the town showcased in a restaurant therein. This may also be the cause of the building next to the Sunrise Diner having "Hotel Switzerland" painted onto its front. The town was so nicknamed due to the picturesque scenery, mountainous location, and architecture.

East Jim Thorpe is located at 40.872938, -75.736449. According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 38.3 km² (14.8 mi²). 37.5 km² (14.5 mi²) of it is land and 0.8 km² (0.3 mi²) of it (2.03%) is water. Jim Thorpe is located 3 miles north of Lehighton and 3 miles east of Nesquehoning. Jim Thorpe's elevation is at 850 feet above sea level

Jim Thorpe is quickly becoming a tourist destination, with many businesses catering to White Water Rafting, Mountain Biking, Paintball, and Hiking. Along with these Adventure Sports Jim Thorpe is popular among railroading fans, and is known for its extraordinary architecture.

The town is also home to the Asa Packer and Harry Packer Mansions. The former was the founder of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, and was also founded Lehigh University. The latter was the son of Asa. Both mansions sit next to one another on a hill overlooking downtown Jim Thorpe. The Asa Packer Mansion is currently a museum and has been conducting tours since Memorial Day of 1956. The Harry Packer Mansion is now a bed and breakfast.

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