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7th Apr, 2009 | Source : newsweekshowcase.com
On November 11, 1889, Washington became the 42nd state to enter the Union. It is the only state named for a president. Washington was nicknamed "The Evergreen State" by C.T. Conover, pioneer Seattle realtor and historian, for its abundant evergreen forests. The nickname was adopted by the Legislature in February, 1893.
Washington is an exciting, vibrant and unique location in the United States. Boasting a vast variety of landscapes, including the only rainforest on the continental U.S., Washington provides opportunities to indulge in virtually any outdoor sport or hobby imaginable. Don't let the rumors of constant rain dissuade you, on average Washington receives less rain than most eastern seaboard states!
If your preferences lean more towards shopping and fine dining, Washington will not disappoint. A liberal climate in the larger cities such as Seattle and Tacoma fuels a diverse cultural lifestyle. Orchestras, ballet companies and museums are only a few of the offerings to be found in Washington. Indeed, Seattle is said to be the birthplace of grunge music...
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Washington is an exciting, vibrant and unique location in the United States. Boasting a vast variety of landscapes, including the only rainforest on the continental U.S., Washington provides opportunities to indulge in virtually any outdoor sport or hobby imaginable. Don't let the rumors of constant rain dissuade you, on average Washington receives less rain than most eastern seaboard states!
If your preferences lean more towards shopping and fine dining, Washington will not disappoint. A liberal climate in the larger cities such as Seattle and Tacoma fuels a diverse cultural lifestyle. Orchestras, ballet companies and museums are only a few of the offerings to be found in Washington. Indeed, Seattle is said to be the birthplace of grunge music...
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7th Apr, 2009 | Source : newsweekshowcase.com
A single star was part of the Long Expedition (1819), Austin Colony (1821) and several flags of the early Republic of Texas. Some say that the star represented the wish of many Texans to achieve statehood in the United States. Others say it originally represented Texas as the lone state of Mexico which was attempting to uphold…
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7th Apr, 2009 | Source : newsweekshowcase.com
Wisconsin, located in America's heartland, is a four-season travel destination offering both urban and rural vacations. Ranked a top travel spot in the United States, Wisconsin owes much of its popularity to its natural beauty, with two Great Lakes, Superior and Michigan, and the world's most famous river, the Mississippi, as well as 15,000 inland lakes. Read more
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