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Welcome to the United States of America Official Travel Site! Here you will find interesting facts about the US, typical climate, holidays to know, attractions to visit, and popular music.

Everything you need to know to visit the United States is all here!

ENJOY!


 * __Part One: Facts about the United States __**

Did you know that the United States is comprised of approximately 1.9 billion acres of land??

The official language of the United States is English. Spanish is the second most spoken language.

The Bald Eagle has been the national bird since 1782!
 * = English Only ||= 216 Million ||
 * = Spanish ||= 32.3 Million ||
 * = Chinese ||= 2.3 Million ||
 * = French ||= 1.9 Million ||
 * = German ||= 1.1 Million ||



In 1492, Cristopher Columbus discovered America. In 1620, the Mayflower transported the Pilgrims to this New World.

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 * __Part Two: Climate __**

The climate of this large region varies depending on where you want to visit. If you are looking for a warm, tropical destination, then the southern states are for you. If you are looking for great skiing, then try Utah or Colorado. If you are looking for milder climates, then Los Angeles, California prides itself on having ideal temperatures all year round.

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 * __Part Three: Holidays __**

There are many interesting holidays that are unique to the US. One is Independence Day, which is celebrated on July 4th. Independence Day celebrates the United States winning its freedom from English rule. Celebrations typically include a BBQ, spending time with family, and, the most important part, fireworks. Firework displays are seen in nearly every town and are a dazzling sight!



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**__Part Four: Attractions to Visit__** There are many beautiful places to visit in the US. One of the most famous attractions is the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon is a steep gorge that was created by the Colorada River. The canyon is located in the state of Arizona and is contained within Grand Canyon National Park. It is a great place to enjoy the beauty of nature.



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__Part Five: Popular Music __

The music of the united states is as diverse as its population! There is blue grass, country, folk, gospel. doo-wop, Latin music, hip-hop, rock, alternative, grunge, rap, r&b, and pop, just to name a few. Popular music varies by region and cultural background. Country is more prominate in the southern states, while alternative and rock is more popular in the northern states. Seatle, Washington was the home to the grunge movement of the 1990s, while Detroit, Michigan was the birthplace of techno.

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 * __//Sources used for developing this page://__**

The United States. Retrieved March 21, 2009, from Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia Web site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States

US Government Printing Office, (2009, February 3). Quick facts: The United States of America. Retrieved March 21, 2009, from Ben's Guide to US Government Web site: http://bensguide.gpo.gov/3-5/nation/usa.html

Thank You for Visiting!