It became the 32nd state of the US on May 11, 1858.
Nickname: The official nickname is "Land of 10,000 Lakes," although there are actually more than 14,000.
The name "Minnesota" comes from Dakota (Sioux) and roughly means "sky-tinted water" or "blue waters."
Location: Borders Canada (Manitoba and Ontario) to the north, Wisconsin and Lake Superior to the east, Iowa to the south, and North/South Dakota to the west.
It is the northernmost of the 48 contiguous states.
Landscape: Many forests (about a third of the state), prairies, farmland, and, of course, thousands of lakes and rivers.
Glaciers from the Ice Age have strongly shaped the landscape.
Capital: Saint Paul.
Largest city: Minneapolis.
The Twin Cities form the political, economic, and cultural heart of the state.
Economy and characteristics: Minnesota is known for agriculture (corn, soybeans), forestry, mining (iron ore), healthcare (think of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester), and technology companies such as 3M and Target.
It has harsh winters and mild summers and often scores high on livability.
In short: a cold, lake-rich state with beautiful nature, friendly residents ("Minnesota Nice"), a strong economy, and a mix of urban life in the Twin Cities and a quiet rural atmosphere.
Ideal for nature lovers, fishermen, and outdoor activities!
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