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The US State of Minnesota

In this video, I will explain what you need to know about the U.S. state of Minnesota. You will learn about its location, nature, cities, and other important facts. Location and Neighbors Minnesota is located in the northern United States. The state borders Canada to the north. To the east, it borders Wisconsin, to the south Iowa, and to the west North Dakota and South Dakota. Minnesota belongs to the Midwest region of the USA. Capital and Largest City The capital of Minnesota is Saint Paul. It lies directly on the Mississippi River. However, the largest city is Minneapolis. Together, both cities are also known as the “Twin Cities.” Rivers and Lakes Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” In reality, there are actually over 11,000 lakes in the state. The Mississippi River originates in Minnesota. Many smaller rivers also run through the area. Landscape and Nature Minnesota has many forests, lakes, and hills. In the north, there are large forest areas with many wild animals. In the south, the land is flatter and used for agriculture. The nature is very diverse. Climate and Weather Minnesota has cold winters and warm summers. In winter, there is a lot of snow and frequent frost. In summer, it can get hot, with temperatures over 30 degrees Celsius. Spring and fall are rather short. Economy and Industry Minnesota has many different economic sectors. Particularly important are agriculture, mechanical engineering, and the healthcare industry. Many large companies also have their headquarters in this state. Agriculture mainly produces corn and soybeans. Population About 5.7 million people live in Minnesota. Most live in the large cities in the south. Many people in Minnesota have ancestors from Scandinavia or Germany. English is the main language. Education and Universities Minnesota has many good schools and universities. The University of Minnesota is one of the largest higher education institutions in the USA. There are also many smaller colleges throughout the state. Education is highly valued in Minnesota. Sights and National Parks Minnesota has many sights and national parks. Especially popular is the Voyageurs National Park in the north. The Itasca State Park is also well known because the Mississippi River begins there. Many people vacation in nature in Minnesota.