Minnesota is located in the Midwestern United States. In terms of population (over 5,000,000 people), it ranks 21st among all states of the country. It is famous for the amazing nature of beautiful lakes.
State nicknames
This part of America is called the "North Star State."
The word Minnesota itself comes from the dialect of the Sioux Indian tribes and translates as "Cloudy Water", where the word water is the root of "mini". At the same time, there are dozens of names of rivers, waterfalls and cities with this prefix on the territory of the okrug. This is not surprising, because in general, on an area of ââ225,181 km², 8.4% of the surface is water bodies. That is why the state of Minnesota has a middle name, which sounds like "The State of Ten Thousand Lakes."
This phrase can be seen on almost every Minnesota license plate. Although in fact, there are about twelve thousand lakes in the state (nobody realizes to calculate their actual number). The largest of them is the Upper, which is part of the Great Lakes system . Also on its land originate more than six thousand rivers and streams. One of the largest rivers in the world, the Mississippi, begins its turn there.
One of the funniest nicknames is "gopher state." At one time, this striped rodent caused devastating losses to the fields and was a real disaster for farmers.
Minnesota also has names such as âbread and butterâ, âsandwich countyâ, and âbreadbasketâ. This is due to the high development of agriculture.
Interesting laws
The whole world is surprised at materials about strange US laws. This state was no exception. For example, a myth about the rule runs around the worldâs network, according to which it is not allowed to cross the border with a duck on his head. But in reality, such a topic is absent in the legislation. Also, you cannot sleep naked, and all bathtubs should be standing on their feet. Even on the main street of Minneapolis, authorities prohibit driving a red car. If the last rule is really present, then no one observes this anyway.
On the Internet you can often find information that you cannot ride a motorcycle without a shirt. In fact, the correct translation says that you need to wear protective clothing, such as a shirt with long sleeves.
But most of these points were legalized in connection with certain circumstances or events that Minnesota survived. Cities of the state (Cottage Grove, for example) have their own rules. They decided that lawns near houses that have a double number can only be watered on even days. This item was adopted in order to save water consumption. But the idea did not justify itself, because the authors did not consider the option that on the permitted day, lawn owners will flood their yards overtime. Therefore, I had to look for another way to save.
Another violation is to tease gophers. There are a lot of them on this earth, but, despite their sweet and affectionate appearance, annoyed animals can be very dangerous.
Land characteristic
Each area is governed by its own center. Two significant cities has Minnesota. The state capital is St. Paul. Minneapolis is adjacent to it. This city is the first in the state in terms of size and population. Saint Paul and Minneapolis are separated by a river. They are popularly called twin cities.
Minnesota has changed its borders several times in history. This first happened in 1849, when it separated from neighboring Iowa. Later, its part was allocated to North and
South Dakota. Founded Minnesota May 11, 1858. It was the 32nd state that joined the Union.
A significant part of the inhabitants are Germans. There are about 40% of them in the state. 15% are Norwegians. In third place by nationality - the Irish. Their coefficient is about 10%.
The religious composition of approximately equal parts are Protestants, Catholics and Evangelists.
Minnesota Weather
Minnesota has a temperate continental climate. This is due to cold winters and humid summers. Temperature indicators range from +40 to -40 degrees Celsius. At the edge of the state is a ânationâs refrigerator." This is the city whose name is International Falls. It is considered the coldest place in the United States. The record low temperature that was recorded there was minus 49 degrees.
There is a staff on the so-called Tornado Alley. On its open spaces in the summer months, violent tornadoes sweep (more than twenty a year). Perhaps this is precisely what the law on legally binding baths is associated with. After all, it is best to hide in rooms without windows, therefore, in the toilet room, and cover yourself with a heavy object, that is, a bathroom that can be removed.
Homeland of the White Eagle
The state is the largest iron ore mine in the country. Nevertheless, the economy there is based on industry, woodworking enterprises and tourism. The most environmentally friendly part of the state is Minnesota. The United States contributes to the development of reserves, parks and the conservation of wildlife in this area. In 1971, an area of ââ88,000 km² was allocated to the Voyagers National Park. Since the 80s, a bald eagle population has been restored on its territory, which until then was considered on the verge of extinction. It is this bird depicted on the coat of arms of America.
The pearl of the state is Minnehah Falls. Its height is 16 meters. It is most beautiful when it completely freezes and becomes an ice wall.
Gifted staff
Many residents of the state are known beyond its borders. These are film workers such as director and screenwriter Mark Stephen Johnson (known as the creator of the film Ghost Rider), screenwriter and producer Edward Kitsis (worked on the TV series Lost) and animator Pete Docter (his work is Monsters Corporation) and "Up").
Minnesota has given the world a lot of talented people. This is the birthplace of such actors as
Jessica Beale (the movie âThe Illusionistâ, where she played Sophie, gained popularity), Vince Vaughn (starred in the comedies âThe Guardiansâ, âUninvited Guestsâ and âInternsâ), Seann William Scott (fame came from the role of Steve Stifler in the American Pie movie series), Kevin Sorbo (the main character in the series Hercules' Amazing Wanderings).
A lot of brilliant writers gave America. Minnesota is home to Francis Scott Fitzgerald, author of The Great Gatsby.
Other Minnesota natives are Franklin and Forrest Marcy. Father and son created a chocolate empire. The whole world knows their products. This candy M & M's, bars âBountyâ, âMarsâ, âTwixâ, âMilky Wayâ, âSnickersâ and more. They are also the authors of animal feed âPedigreeâ and âWhiskasâ.