Nebraska's capital city is safe and friendly community of 230,000 residents. Lincoln has all the offerings of a large city with a small town atmosphere. Located in eastern Nebraska, Lincoln is in a valley near the Platte River. The airport is served by five major airlines. You can also reach Lincoln by an east/west railway, a national bus line or the interstate highway system. Transportation within Lincoln is convenient and inexpensive. The citywide bus system is free to all UNL students. Numerous bike routes are located throughout the city for easy travel by bicycling or walking. Support organizations are located throughout Lincoln for various ethnic groups. Lincoln Friends of Foreign Students is focused on helping international students adjust to living in Lincoln. Many religious organizations are located in Lincoln. Some offer classes and programs in religious studies in addition to workshop services. Lincoln is a city of parks, which offer such activities as hiking and biking trails, snow sledding, nordic skiing and various courses related to Nebraska's wilderness. The downtown business district is located next to campus. Shopping, restaurants, art galleries, theaters, bars (pubs) and professional and governmental offices are located in the downtown area. The Lied Center for Performing Arts is one of the leading performing arts centers in the United States. Many speakers and national and international performing artists visit each year. Ethnic foods are available at a variety of ethnic food stores and restaurants. The Farmers' Market is open during the summer months with fresh fruit and vegetables for sale.