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State flower: Camellia
State animal: Black bear
State fruit: Blackberry
Capital city: Montgomery
Interesting facts:
- Alabama is the only U.S. state to have an alcoholic beverage as its official drink, the Conecuh Ridge Whiskey.
- It's home to the world's first Electric Trolley System in Montgomery.
- The first 9-1-1 call in the United States was made in Haleyville, Alabama, on February 16, 1968.
State flower: Forget-Me-Not
State animal: Moose
State fruit: Wild Alaskan Berry
Capital city: Juneau
Interesting facts:
- Alaska has the longest coastline of all the U.S. states, exceeding 6,600 miles.
- There are more than 3 million lakes in Alaska, covering approximately 3 million acres.
- Barrow, Alaska, experiences a phenomenon known as "polar night" where the sun does not rise for 67 days during the winter.
State flower: Saguaro Cactus Blossom
State animal: Ringtail
State fruit: Saguaro Cactus Fruit
Capital city: Phoenix
Interesting facts:
- Arizona is home to the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
- The state has more national monuments and parks than any other state in the U.S.
- Arizona's capital city, Phoenix, is one of the hottest cities in the United States, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F in the summer.
State flower: Apple Blossom
State animal: White-tailed deer
State fruit: South Arkansas Vine Ripe Pink Tomato
Capital city: Little Rock
Interesting facts:
- Arkansas is known as the "Natural State" due to its high percentage of natural areas including lakes, rivers, and national parks.
- It is the only U.S. state that produces diamonds.
- The world's largest retailer, Walmart, was founded and is headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas.
State flower: California Poppy
State animal: California Grizzly Bear (extinct in the wild)
State fruit: Avocado
Capital city: Sacramento
Interesting facts:
- California is the birthplace of the internet, as the first ARPANET transmission was sent from UCLA to Stanford.
- It is home to the tallest living trees on earth, the Redwoods.
- Death Valley in California is one of the hottest places in the world and the lowest point in North America.
State flower: Rocky Mountain Columbine
State animal: Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
State fruit: Colorado Orange Apple (not widely recognized but proposed)
Capital city: Denver
Interesting facts:
- Colorado is the only state in history to turn down the Olympics. Denver was supposed to host the 1976 Winter Olympics but declined because of environmental concerns and cost.
- The world's first rodeo was held on July 4th, 1869, in Deer Trail, Colorado.
- The state has the highest elevation of any state, with more than 1,000 Rocky Mountain peaks over 10,000 feet high.
State flower: Mountain Laurel
State animal: Sperm Whale
State fruit: Apple
Capital city: Hartford
Interesting facts:
- Connecticut is home to the first hamburger (1895) and the first Polaroid camera (1934).
- It has the oldest U.S. newspaper still being published, The Hartford Courant, established in 1764.
- The first telephone book ever issued contained only fifty names, and it was published in New Haven in 1878.
State flower: Peach Blossom
State animal: Grey Fox
State fruit: Strawberry
Capital city: Dover
Interesting facts:
- Delaware was the first state to ratify the United States Constitution in 1787.
- It is the second-smallest state by area in the United States.
- Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is known as the "Nation's Summer Capital" because it is a frequent summer vacation destination for Washington, D.C., residents.
State flower: Orange Blossom
State animal: Florida Panther
State fruit: Orange
Capital city: Tallahassee
Interesting facts:
- Florida has the longest coastline in the contiguous United States, encompassing approximately 1,350 miles.
- It is the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist.
- Key West, Florida, is the southernmost point in the contiguous United States.
State flower: Cherokee Rose
State animal: Right Whale
State fruit: Peach
Capital city: Atlanta
Interesting facts:
- Georgia is known as the "Peach State," but it is also a major producer of pecans, peanuts, and Vidalia onions.
- The world's largest drive-in restaurant, The Varsity, is located in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Coca-Cola, one of the world's most recognized brands, was invented in Atlanta by Dr. John S. Pemberton in 1886.
Capital city: Honolulu
State flower: Hawaiian Hibiscus
State animal: Hawaiian Monk Seal
State fruit: Pineapple
Interesting facts:
- Hawaii is the only U.S. state that grows coffee commercially.
- It is the most isolated population center on Earth, located more than 2,300 miles from the nearest continent (North America).
- The Hawaiian Islands are volcanic in origin, with active volcanoes still contributing to the growth of the islands.
State flower: Syringa
State animal: Appaloosa Horse
State fruit: Huckleberry
Capital city: Boise
Interesting facts:
- Idaho produces more potatoes than any other state in the United States.
- Craters of the Moon National Monument in Idaho contains over 25 volcanic cones and lava flows.
- Idaho's Shoshone Falls is higher than Niagara Falls, though not as wide.
State flower: Violet
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Gold Rush Apple
Capital city: Springfield
Interesting facts:
- Chicago, Illinois, is home to the first skyscraper, built in 1885.
- The state is known as the "Land of Lincoln" because Abraham Lincoln spent most of his adult life there.
- Illinois has more units of local government than any other state, with over 6,900 units.
State flower: Peony
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Persimmon
Capital city: Indianapolis
Interesting facts:
- Indiana is known as the "Crossroads of America" due to its central location and extensive interstate highway system.
- The Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosts the world-famous Indianapolis 500 race each year.
- The first professional baseball game was played in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1871.
State flower: Wild Rose
State animal: Eastern Goldfinch
State fruit: Wild Rose Hip
Capital city: Des Moines
Interesting facts:
- Iowa is the largest producer of corn in the United States.
- The state is home to the National Hobo Museum in Britt, celebrating the history and culture of American hobos.
- The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum is located in West Branch, Iowa.
State flower: Sunflower
State animal: American Bison
State fruit: Plum
Capital city: Topeka
Interesting facts:
- Kansas is known for its vast prairies and is often referred to as the "Sunflower State."
- Dodge City, Kansas, was a famous frontier town known for its role in the cattle drives of the late 19th century.
- The state is also home to the geographic center of the contiguous United States, located near Lebanon, Kansas.
State flower: Goldenrod
State animal: Gray Squirrel
State fruit: Blackberry
Capital city: Frankfort
Interesting facts:
- Kentucky is famous for bourbon whiskey production, with about 95% of the world's bourbon coming from the state.
- The Kentucky Derby, held annually in Louisville, is the oldest continuously held horse race in the United States.
- Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky is the world's longest cave system, with over 400 miles of explored passageways.
State flower: Magnolia
State animal: Louisiana Black Bear
State fruit: Strawberry
Capital city: Baton Rouge
Interesting facts:
- Louisiana is known for its vibrant cultural heritage, including Cajun and Creole cuisine and music like jazz and zydeco.
- New Orleans hosts the famous Mardi Gras celebration, a festival known for its parades, music, and extravagant costumes.
- The state's nickname, "Pelican State," comes from the brown pelican, which is its state bird and a symbol of Louisiana's resilience after natural disasters.
Capital city: Augusta
State flower: White Pine Cone and Tassel
State animal: Moose
State fruit: Wild Blueberry
Interesting facts:
- Maine is known for its picturesque coastline, including Acadia National Park and numerous lighthouses.
- The state is the largest producer of wild blueberries in the United States.
- Maine's lobster industry is famous worldwide, with lobsters being a significant part of the state's economy and cuisine.
State flower: Black-Eyed Susan
State animal: Chesapeake Bay Retriever
State fruit: none - (Most popular fruit is longan
Capital city: Annapolis
Interesting facts:
- Maryland is home to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, where future Navy and Marine Corps officers are trained.
- The state is known for its blue crabs and Old Bay seasoning, popular ingredients in its cuisine.
- Baltimore, Maryland, is the birthplace of the American national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812.
State flower: Mayflower
State animal: Right Whale
State fruit: Cranberry
Capital city: Boston
Interesting facts:
- Massachusetts is home to the first-ever American public park, Boston Common, established in 1634.
- The state is the birthplace of the American Revolution, with key events like the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Lexington and Concord.
- Harvard University, founded in 1636, is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
State flower: Apple Blossom
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Tart Cherry
Capital city: Lansing
Interesting facts:
- Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline in the world, bordered by four of the five Great Lakes.
- The state is known for its automotive industry, with Detroit being nicknamed the "Motor City."
- Michigan is home to more lighthouses than any other state in the U.S., with over 120.
State flower: Pink and White Lady's Slipper
State animal: Eastern Timber Wolf
State fruit: Honeycrisp Apple
Interesting facts:
- Minnesota is known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," but it actually has more than 11,000 lakes.
- The Mall of America, located in Bloomington, Minnesota, is the largest shopping mall in the United States.
- Minnesota is the only state to have a state mushroom, the Morel.
State flower: Magnolia
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Blueberry
Capital city: Jackson
Interesting facts:
- The Mississippi River, the second-longest river in North America, runs along the state's western border.
- The first human lung transplant and heart transplant were performed at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
- Mississippi is the birthplace of blues music, with the Delta Blues Museum located in Clarksdale.
State flower: Hawthorn
State animal: Missouri Mule
State fruit: Norton/Cynthiana Grape
Capital city: Jefferson City
Interesting facts:
- Missouri is home to the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the tallest man-made national monument in the United States.
- The state is known as the "Show Me State," a nickname attributed to its residents' skepticism and demand for proof.
- Mark Twain, the famous author of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," was born in Missouri.
State flower: Bitterroot
State animal: Grizzly Bear
State fruit: Huckleberry
Capital city: Helena
Interesting facts:
- Montana is home to Glacier National Park, which contains over 1 million acres of stunning wilderness and 26 active glaciers.
- The state has the largest migratory elk herd in the nation.
- Montana has the only grizzly bear population in the contiguous United States that has been continuously listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
State flower: Goldenrod
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Sandhill Plum
Capital city: Lincoln
Interesting facts:
- Nebraska has more miles of river than any other state in the U.S.
- The Kool-Aid drink mix was invented in Hastings, Nebraska, in 1927.
- Nebraska is home to the largest indoor rainforest in the United States, located at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo.
State flower: Sagebrush
State animal: Desert Bighorn Sheep
State fruit: None (Nevada does not have an official state fruit)
Capital city: Carson City
Interesting facts:
- Nevada is the driest state in the United States, with an average annual rainfall of about 10 inches.
- The state is famous for its gambling industry, with Las Vegas being one of the world's top gambling destinations.
- Nevada is home to the Hoover Dam, one of the largest and most powerful hydroelectric dams in the United States.
State flower: Purple Lilac
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Pumpkin
Capital city: Concord
Interesting facts:
- New Hampshire was the first state to declare its independence from England, six months before the Declaration of Independence was signed.
- The state has no general sales tax or income tax, making it a popular destination for shopping.
- The Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire recorded the highest wind speed ever observed by man, 231 miles per hour, in 1934.
State flower: Violet
State animal: Horse
State fruit: Northern Highbush Blueberry
Capital city: Trenton
Interesting facts:
- New Jersey has the highest population density of any state in the U.S.
- The first organized baseball game was played in Hoboken, New Jersey, in 1846.
- The state is home to the oldest seaside resort in the U.S., Cape May, which has been welcoming visitors since the early 1800s.
State flower: Yucca Flower
State animal: Black Bear
State fruit: None (New Mexico does not have an official state fruit)
Capital city: Santa Fe
Interesting facts:
- Santa Fe is the oldest capital city in the United States, established in 1610.
- New Mexico is known for its rich Native American culture, with 19 Pueblo tribes, the Navajo Nation, and three Apache tribes.
- The state hosts the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world.
State flower: Rose
State animal: Beaver
State fruit: Apple
Capital city: Albany
Interesting facts:
- New York City is home to the first pizzeria in the United States, Lombardi's, which opened in 1905.
- The Adirondack Park in New York is larger than Yellowstone, Everglades, Glacier, and Grand Canyon National Parks combined.
- The Statue of Liberty, located in New York Harbor, was a gift from France in 1886 and is a symbol of freedom and democracy.
State flower: Dogwood
State animal: Eastern Gray Squirrel
State fruit: Scuppernong Grape
Capital city: Raleigh
Interesting facts:
- The Wright brothers made the first successful powered flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in 1903.
- North Carolina is the largest producer of sweet potatoes in the United States.
- The state is home to the Biltmore Estate, the largest privately-owned house in the U.S., built by George Washington Vanderbilt II.
State flower: Wild Prairie Rose
State animal: Nokota Horse
State fruit: Chokecherry
Capital city: Bismarck
Interesting facts:
- North Dakota is the leading producer of sunflowers in the United States.
- The geographic center of North America is located near Rugby, North Dakota.
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota is named after the 26th president of the United States, who credited his time in North Dakota with shaping his conservation policies.
State flower: Scarlet Carnation
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Tomato
Capital city: Columbus
Interesting facts:
- Ohio is known as the "Birthplace of Aviation" because it is the home state of the Wright brothers.
- The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is located in Cleveland, Ohio.
- Seven U.S. presidents were born in Ohio, more than any other state except Virginia.
State flower: Oklahoma Rose
State animal: American Bison
State fruit: Strawberry
Capital city: Oklahoma City
Interesting facts:
- Oklahoma has more man-made lakes than any other state, with over 200.
- The state is home to the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.
- The world's first parking meter was installed in Oklahoma City in 1935.
State flower: Oregon Grape
State animal: American Beaver
State fruit: Pear
Capital city: Salem
Interesting facts:
- Oregon is the only state with an official state nut, the hazelnut (or filbert).
- Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the United States, is located in Oregon.
- The state has no sales tax, making it a popular shopping destination.
State flower: Mountain Laurel
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Apple
Capital city: Harrisburg
Interesting facts:
- Pennsylvania is home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, is known as the "Sweetest Place on Earth" and is home to the Hershey Chocolate Factory.
- The first daily newspaper in the United States, the Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser, was published in Philadelphia in 1784.
State flower: Violet
State animal: Rhode Island Red (chicken)
State fruit: Rhode Island Greening Apple
Capital city: Providence
Interesting facts:
- Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States by area.
- The Tennis Hall of Fame is located in Newport, Rhode Island.
- Rhode Island was the first of the original thirteen colonies to declare independence from British rule.
State flower: Yellow Jessamine
State animal: White-tailed Deer
State fruit: Peach
Capital city: Columbia
Interesting facts:
- South Carolina is known for its beautiful coastline, including Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island.
- The state was the first to secede from the Union in 1860, leading to the Civil War.
- The oldest living thing east of the Mississippi River, the Angel Oak Tree, is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
State flower: Pasque Flower
State animal: Coyote
State fruit: Black Hills Raspberry
Capital city: Pierre
Interesting facts:
- South Dakota is home to Mount Rushmore, featuring the carved faces of four U.S. presidents.
- The world's largest publicly owned buffalo herd resides in Custer State Park.
- South Dakota hosts the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, one of the largest motorcycle gatherings in the world.
State flower: Iris
State animal: Raccoon
State fruit: Tomato
Capital city: Nashville
Interesting facts:
- Nashville is known as "Music City" and is the heart of the country music industry.
- Tennessee is home to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the U.S.
- The Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga is one of the world's largest freshwater aquariums.
State flower: Bluebonnet
State animal: Texas Longhorn
State fruit: Texas Red Grapefruit
Capital city: Austin
Interesting facts:
- Texas is the second largest state in both area and population in the U.S.
- The state is home to the Alamo, a historic site in San Antonio where the Battle of the Alamo took place in 1836.
- Texas has its own power grid, separate from the other contiguous U.S. states.
State flower: Sego Lily
State animal: Rocky Mountain Elk
State fruit: Cherry
Capital city: Salt Lake City
Interesting facts:
- Utah is home to the Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere.
- The state is famous for its "Mighty 5" national parks: Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion.
- Utah is known for hosting the Sundance Film Festival, one of the largest independent film festivals in the U.S.
Capital city: Montpelier
State flower: Red Clover
State animal: Morgan Horse
State fruit: Apple
Interesting facts:
- Vermont is the leading producer of maple syrup in the United States.
- The state has the smallest capital city in the U.S. by population, Montpelier.
- Vermont was the first state to join the Union after the original 13 colonies.
State flower: American Dogwood
State animal: American Foxhound
State fruit: None (Virginia does not have an official state fruit)
Capital city: Richmond
Interesting facts:
- Virginia is known as the "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there.
- The first permanent English settlement in America, Jamestown, was established in Virginia in 1607.
- Virginia is home to the Pentagon, the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense.
State flower: Coast Rhododendron
State animal: Olympic Marmot
State fruit: Apple
Capital city: Olympia
Interesting facts:
- Washington is the leading producer of apples in the United States.
- The state is home to Mount Rainier, an active volcano and the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.
- Seattle, Washington, is where Starbucks, the largest coffee chain in the world, was founded.
State flower: Rhododendron
State animal: Black Bear
State fruit: Golden Delicious Apple
Capital city: Charleston
Interesting facts:
- West Virginia is known for its beautiful mountain scenery and outdoor recreational opportunities, earning it the nickname "The Mountain State."
- The state was formed during the Civil War when it separated from Virginia to remain in the Union.
- The New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia is one of the longest steel arch bridges in the world and hosts an annual "Bridge Day" for BASE jumping.
State flower: Wood Violet
State animal: Badger
State fruit: Cranberry
Capital city: Madison
Interesting facts:
- Wisconsin is known as "America's Dairyland" and is famous for its cheese production.
- The state is home to the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, celebrating the iconic motorcycle brand.
- Wisconsin Dells, a popular tourist destination, is known for its numerous water parks and scenic beauty.
State flower: Indian Paintbrush
State animal: American Bison
State fruit: None (Wyoming does not have an official state fruit)
Capital city: Cheyenne
Interesting facts:
- Wisconsin is known as "America's Dairyland" and is famous for its cheese production.
- The state is home to the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, celebrating the iconic motorcycle brand.
- Wisconsin Dells, a popular tourist destination, is known for its numerous water parks and scenic beauty.
National Flower: Maga
National Animal: Coquí
Pineapple
Capital city: San Juan
Interesting facts:
- Puerto Rico is home to three of the world's five bioluminescent bays, where the water glows due to microorganisms called dinoflagellates. The most famous of these is Mosquito Bay on the island of Vieques, which is recognized as the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world.
- El Yunque is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System. It is renowned for its biodiversity, hosting hundreds of unique plant and animal species. Visitors can hike through lush trails, swim in natural pools, and enjoy stunning waterfalls.
National Flower: Cherry Blossom (Sakura, Prunus serrulata)
National Animal: Japanese Macaque aka snow monkey
National fruit: No national fruit but Persimmon has a cultural significance
Capital city: Tokyo
Japan
Interesting facts:
- While many are familiar with the main islands of Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku, Japan is actually composed of 6,852 islands. The vast majority of these islands are uninhabited, and the total land area includes a range of climates and geographies, from subtropical beaches in Okinawa to snowy mountains in Hokkaido.
- In some modern Japanese public places, such as airports and office buildings, you can find traditional tatami mat rooms. These rooms offer a space for people to relax, nap, or conduct business in a traditional Japanese setting. It’s a unique blend of modern infrastructure and cultural preservation.
National Flower: Dahlia
National Animal: Golden Eagle
National fruit: No national fruit but Avocados is one of Mexico’s most famous fruits
Capital city: Mexico City
Interesting facts:
- While many people associate pyramids with Egypt, Mexico is home to the world’s largest pyramid by volume, the Great Pyramid of Cholula. Located in the state of Puebla, it is a massive structure with a base four times larger than the Great Pyramid of Giza and nearly twice the volume.
- Mexico is home to Cuexcomate, the world’s smallest volcano, standing at just 13 meters (43 feet) tall. Located in Puebla, this small volcano is often referred to as the "smallest volcano in the world," and visitors can even climb inside its crater.
National Flower: Tudor Rose
National Animal: Lion
National fruit: No national fruit but the apple is associated with English heritage (Cider making)
Capital city: London
England
Interesting facts:
- Beneath the streets of London, there is a network of underground tunnels that have been used for various purposes over the years, including the Post Office Railway, which was a driverless electric railway used to transport mail between sorting offices.
- While many people refer to the clock tower at the north end of the Palace of Westminster as Big Ben, the name actually refers to the Great Bell inside the tower. The tower itself was renamed Elizabeth Tower in 2012 in honor of Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee.
National Flower: The Shamrock
National Animal: Does not officially have one. However the Hare (Lepus timidus hibernicus) is often considered symbolic of Ireland
National fruit: Does not have an officially designated national fruit
Capital city: Dublin
Interesting facts:
- Hook Lighthouse, located in County Wexford, is the oldest operational lighthouse in Europe and one of the oldest in the world. It has been guiding ships for over 800 years, dating back to the early 13th century.
- Ireland is home to more than 30,000 castles and castle ruins. Some of the most famous include Blarney Castle, where visitors can kiss the Blarney Stone for the gift of eloquence, and Ashford Castle, which has been converted into a luxurious hotel.
National Animal: Does not officially have one. However the starling is an iconic bird
National Flower: Not officially but hibiscus is commonly associated with Balinese
National fruit: Does not have an officially designated but Snake fruit is associated with the region
Capital city: Denpasar
Interesting facts:
- Bali observes a unique holiday called Nyepi, also known as the Day of Silence. It marks the Balinese New Year and is a day of complete silence, fasting, and meditation.
- Bali is often referred to as "The Island of a Thousand Temples" or "The Island of the Gods." In reality, there are over 20,000 pura (Balinese Hindu temples) scattered across the island.
National Flower: Doesn’t have an official flower but the Golden Wattle is considered the unofficial flower many times
National Animal: Red Kangaroo
Capital city: Canberra
National fruit: Does not have an officially designated fruit but the Macadamia Nut is associated with the country
Interesting facts:
- Australia is home to the world's smallest flowering plant, the Wolffia angusta.
- The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Queensland, is the world's largest coral reef system.
- Australia is known for its unique natural phenomena, and one of the most spectacular is the Staircase to the Moon. This optical illusion occurs in Broome, Western Australia, during the months around the full moon, when the rising moon reflects off the exposed mudflats of Roebuck Bay, creating the appearance of a staircase ascending to the moon. This natural event is celebrated by the local community and attracts visitors from around the world.
National Flower: Doesn’t have an official flower but the iris, particularly the fleur-de-lis (stylized lily) is associated with the French monarchy
National Animal: Gallic Rooster
Capital city: French Republic
National fruit: Does not have an officially designated fruit but the apple is often associated with France
Interesting facts:
- France boasts the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites of any country in the world, with a total of 45 sites as of 2023
- The village of Giverny, located in the Normandy region of France, is famous for being the home of Claude Monet and the stunning water lily gardens that inspired his series of Water Lilies paintings. Less known is that the nearby town of Honfleur, also in Normandy, was once known as "Venice in the Marsh" due to its network of canals. Today, it's often referred to as "Green Venice" (Venise Verte) and is a picturesque destination where visitors can take boat rides through the canals and enjoy the tranquil scenery.
National Flower: Lotus
National Animal: Bengal Tiger
Capital city: New Delhi
National fruit: Does not have an officially However, the mango is often considered the unofficial national fruit
Interesting facts:
- India is home to the world's only floating post office, which is situated on the Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu, and Kashmir. The post office offers all the regular postal services and also sells postcards with picturesque views of Kashmir.
- The game of Snakes & Ladders, known as 'Moksha Patam' or 'Paramapada' in ancient India, was used to teach moral lessons. The snakes represented evil or sin, and the ladders represented good deeds. The game was played with cowrie shells and dice and was intended to be an instructive tool for children, illustrating that good deeds take people to heaven (the ladder) and evil to a rebirth as a lower form of life (the snake).