Detroit is the largest city in Michigan and has a population of close to 640,000 people. It is a major riverport that connects the four straits of the Great Lakes system. Known for its Motown music and the birthplace of the modern vehicle, giving it the nickname of Motor City. It was also the place … Read more
Known for its stunning white beaches, theme parks like Busch Gardens, and warm temperatures all year long, Tampa is a popular tourist attraction in Florida. It is located on Tampa Bay near Clearwater, St. Petersberg, and Sarasota, the city is a business hub with a population of almost 400,000 people, making it one of the … Read more
Right in the middle of the eastern state of Maryland, Baltimore is a major city with a population of more than 585,000 residents. In fact, it is the most populated independent city in the country. Less than an hour from the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., the city calls historians from all over to visit its … Read more
Located in northern Kentucky, Louisville is the largest city in the state and one of the most populated in the United States, with almost 790,000 residents. The city was founded in 1778 and named after King Louis the 16th. The whole northern and eastern borders of Louisville run along the Ohio River, making it a … Read more
Also known as Vegas or Sin City, Las Vegas is a popular tourist attraction in Nevada that many people associate with gambling because of all the casinos. Although Las Vegas has the most casinos, it was not the first city to open one. It was Venice, Italy, which first had a casino in 1638. The … Read more
As the largest city in South Carolina, Charleston has a lot to offer to everyone who visits, as well as its 150,000+ residents. It is located on the southeastern coastline along the North Atlantic Ocean, and with its sunny and warm climate all year long, you will find plenty of outdoor activities, from beaches to … Read more
In the southeastern corner of the southern state of Georgia, Savannah was established in 1733 with just over 100 residents. Today, the city has a population of almost 150,000 people with approximately 12,500 fur babies. It is the state’s oldest city, founded by General James Oglethorpe and 120 others who sailed with him that day. … Read more
Surrounded by stunning mountains, incredible desert areas, and forests full of pine trees, Flagstaff is a fairly large city in north-central Arizona considered to be the gateway to the San Francisco Peaks. Not far from the Grand Canyon, this popular city boasts almost 77,000 residents with hundreds of thousands more visitors every year. Other nearby … Read more
There are several things that Richmond, Virginia, is known for. The first is that it was the home of Edgar Allen Poe. It was also where the first can of beer was made in 1935. Also, it has a river (the James River) that is one of the longest rivers that begin and end in … Read more
Located in the middle of North Carolina, Greensboro is a popular southern city with close to 300,000 residents. It was settled in 1749 and was the site of the Revolutionary War Battle of Guilford, and it was also where the first civil rights movement happened in 1960. Today, it is known as Tournament Town because … Read more
Philadelphia is located in southeastern Pennsylvania and was named by William Penn, who founded the city. It is a blend of two Greek words, Phileo (Love) and Adelphos (Brother), meaning the city of brotherly love. Penn intended for Philadelphia to be a place of peace and tolerance where nobody would be persecuted. Also known as … Read more
New York City is one of the most well-known cities in the world. Known for its Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop, the Empire State Building, and the Statue of Liberty, there is no other city like it. It is also the most populated city in the country, with a population of more than … Read more
Known for its love of peaches, Atlanta has more than 70 streets with the name Peachtree in them. But the city barely has any peach trees in it. The capital city of the southern state of Georgia is also known for being the birthplace of Coca-Cola and having the world’s largest drive-in eatery, which sells … Read more
Columbia is the capital of the state of South Carolina and has a population of 137,000. Its nickname is Soda City. Not because it produces the beverage but because its name is often abbreviated to Cola. The city is known for its famous school, the University of South Carolina, the hot summer temperatures, being named … Read more
When you think of St. Louis, you may think of the Gateway Arch, Six Flags St. Louis, the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, or the Missouri River. But it is much more than that. There is the Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis Art Museum, and the St. Louis Zoo. Unfortunately, none of those places allow … Read more
In northeastern Florida, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Jacksonville is a popular tourist town and the most populated city in the state, with over 950,000 residents. It has some of the most notable beaches, such as Atlantic, Neptune, and Jacksonville Beach. The city was founded in 1822 and incorporated a decade later, named … Read more
According to archeologists, Gainesville has been populated for over 12,000 years. As a matter of fact, evidence of a Deptford campsite from 500 BC was found in the area. However, it did not get the name Gainesville until 1907. Today, there are just over 141,000 residents, and close to half of the households have fur … Read more
When most people hear Los Angeles, they think of Hollywood and the city of the stars. And it is true that the city is most known for its proximity to so many famous people and places. However, it is also known for its diversity, beauty, and amazing climate. The average temperature in August is 84 … Read more
Right in the middle of North Carolina, Charlotte is a major hub for business as well as pleasure in the southeastern section of the United States. Famous for its NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds Theme Park, barbecue ribs, and friendly people, the city boasts a wealth of opportunities for everyone who visits or lives there. … Read more
Located in the San Joaquin Valley, almost exactly in the center of California, Fresno was named after the white ash trees abundant in the area. The name Fresno actually means ash tree in Spanish. The city is one of the most important agricultural regions in the country and is a top producer of grapes, wine, … Read more