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57 Interesting Illinois Facts That You Should Know
Interesting Illinois facts 1. In 1673, French explorers Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet arrived in the region. They were exploring the Mississippi River in search of a route to the Pacific Ocean.[14]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
54 Interesting Facts About Kentucky
Interesting Kentucky facts 1. The Kentucky Derby, held in Louisville, is the oldest horse race held continuously in the world. It is also the first and most famous leg of the Triple Crown.[1]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
68 Interesting Facts About Idaho
Interesting facts about Idaho 1. The state’s name derived from a Native American word that means “the land of many waters.” The pronunciation is similar to the state’s name.
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
45 Interesting Facts About Nebraska
1. The Reuben Sandwich Originated There Traditionally, the ingredients of a Reuben sandwich are Swiss cheese, corned beef, Russian dressing and sauerkraut. Reuben Kulakofsky, a grocer from Lithuania who lived in Omaha, reportedly invented the sandwich sometime between 1920 and 1935.
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
55 Interesting Facts About Texas That You Should Know
55 Interesting Facts about Texas 1. Before the settlement of the Europeans in Texas, the land was home to Indians of Texas (Native American Tribes).[12]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
41 Interesting Facts About Tennessee
Facts about Tennessee 1. The Montgomery Bell Tunnel in Kingston Springs, Tennessee was the United States’ first successful water diversion tunnel. It was built in the 19th century with the help of slave labor and black powder.[22]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
52 Interesting Facts About Ohio
Interesting facts about Ohio 1. The name of the state originated from the name of the river “Ohio”. The word “Ohio” in Seneca language means “the Great River.”[1]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
74 Interesting Florida Facts That You Should Know
Interesting facts about Florida 1. Florida is a peninsula, meaning it is almost completely surrounded by water. A peninsula is a piece of land that is surrounded on three sides by water. The one other side is connected to land. The east, west and south of Florida are surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico, and the North Atlantic Ocean.
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
47 Interesting Facts About Delaware
Facts about Delaware 1. Wilmington is Delaware’s largest city.[1] 2. Wilmington was once home to Bob Marley, the godfather of Reggae. Moving into the city in 1965, he resided at 2313 N Tatnall for 12 years together with his mom. At some point during this period, Bob worked for DuPont and Chrysler as a lab assistant/forklift driver respectively. Bob’s mom ran the Roots Music Store on market street till 1976.
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
56 Interesting Facts About Kansas
Kansas facts 1. Welcoming Residents Newcomers to the state frequently speak of feeling overwhelmed by the friendliness of Kansans. Everyone seems to be filled with profound Kansas pride and prepared to display it through homegrown hospitality.
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51 Alaska Facts That Are Interesting
Facts about Alaska 1. Did you know that the United States purchased Alaska from the Russian Empire on March 30, 1867, for just $7.2 million dollars? That’s 2 cents per acre.[1]
By Sriram Nadarajan3 years ago in Wander
Amazing NYE Fireworks Across Australia
At the time of New Year’s Eve, the skies across Australia light up with dazzling displays of fireworks. From Sydney's iconic Harbour Bridge to Melbourne's Yarra River, cities and towns across the country put on a show to bid farewell to the year gone by and welcome in the new. The excitement and anticipation of this annual event is palpable, with crowds gathering early to secure the best vantage points like the Opera House, NYE cruises and more. The bursts of colour and sound create a mesmerising spectacle, as people of all ages come together in celebration. From the stunning pyrotechnics to the festive atmosphere, New Year's Eve fireworks across Australia are an experience not to be missed.
By isabella jhonson3 years ago in Wander