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Since the country is located in a large area, it contains virtually all climatic zones - from the Arctic climate in northern Alaska to tropical in Hawaii and southern Florida.
At the core of the country to the west of The Atlantic lowlands stretch Appalachian Mountains, which are located in the Central Valley (200-500 m above sea level), the plateau of the Great Plains (600-1500 m). Almost all of the occupied West Cordillera mountain system.
Flag of the USA
Festival of whales
at this festival tourists can take part in parade of whales, representations, can try special food at restaurants and check some other entertainments
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this year in the American small town Abvil in the 26th time will prepare a huge omelette, the symbol of the festival. According to a legend when Napoleon and his army passed through the South of France, once they could spend the night at the city of Bessyer. Here Napoleon welcomed an omelette which was so pleasant to the emperor. next day that ordered to citizens to prepare this dish in a large quantity.
Races of kinetic sculptures
every year on October 23 California holds competitions of mobile sculptures. Any wishing can take a part. For this purpose you need the self-made vehicle capable to reach the finish is necessary.
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Americans of the Irish origin celebrate on March 17 - St. Patrick's Day. This day is celebrated is noisy, many Americans put on in green in honor of «the emerald island»
National Freedom Day
this holiday is celebrated in the United States every year on the 1 day of February. At this day in 1865 U.S. President Abraham Lincoln signed the resolution of the congress on introduction into the Constitution of the USA of the 13th amendment on slavery cancellation.
International pancake day
In one of Tuesdays of February or March which usually coincides with "fat" Tuesday, one of remarkable holidays — International Pancake Day. The holiday is carried out in Kansas (USA).
The first holiday of pancake's took place in 1950. And here in the English small town Olbi he is led 500 yers.
April Fools' Day
This day in the USA mass media, for fun, disclose every year the list of the silliest people of the country. However in America, unlike other countries of the world, mass media are obliged to warn that they joke.
National Hot Dog Day
Traditionally members of council of fans of hot dog and sausages hold competitions on art of preparation of hot dogs 
American Business Women's Day
The organization of the business Americans which has come to a conclusion became the initiator of creation of this holiday that the contribution of her participants to development of economy and welfare of America still isn't considered.
Characteristic dishes such as apple pie, fried chicken, pizza, hamburgers, and hot dogs derive from the recipes of various immigrants. French fries, Mexican dishes such as burritos and tacos, and pasta dishes freely adapted from Italian sources are widely consumed. Americans generally prefer coffee to tea. Marketing by U.S. industries is largely responsible for making orange juice and milk ubiquitous breakfast beverages.
Baseball has been regarded as the national sport since the late 19th century, while American football is now by several measures the most popular spectator sport.
United States have the highest number of McDonald's restaurants
The biggest McDonalds restaurant was opened in Chicago. It's area is 2230 m. It was opened in honour of the 50th anniversary of the firm.
There are over 1100 Satanic sects in the United States
United States doesn't have an official language. English is the official language only in some States
Every day, Americans throw out the Trash: 20 thousand TVs, 43 thousand tons of food, 150 thousand tons of packing materials.
On the border between the United States and Canada there is a place worth visiting in their lives - Niagara Falls.
A few interesting facts about Niagara Falls
1. Generally, the frost is not able to completely stop the water of Niagara Falls, only once this happened in 1848.
2. The name of the falls is from the Indian word «Onguiaahra», meaning "strait" (in another version - "The thunder of water").
3. Much of the visitors to Niagara Falls - the couple, thanks to its romantic aura this place - one of the most popular in the U.S. for a honeymoon.
4. Travel to Niagara Falls on board the "fog of the Virgin" is considered the oldest American attraction, originating in 1846.
McDonald’s is American's corporation. Subway too.
One should start sightseeing in America from Washington. There are many beautiful parks and gardens in Washington. It is interesting to see the famous cherry trees, the gift from Japan. They were brought to America in 1912. The NASA museum is devoted to the USA achievements in the exploration of space. Capitol Hill is the highest place in the city. There is a law that forbids to build houses higher than the Capitol on Capitol Hill. From the Capitol to the White House Pennsylvania Avenue used for all processions and parades runs. The Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument are the most famous ones in Washington. The Washington Monument is one of the most impressive sights in the city. It is situated in Potonic Park. It was erected to the memory of the first president of the USA in 1888. It is called “the Pencil” because it is one of the tallest stone constructions in the world and the tallest in the USA. 
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There are many sights in Philadelphia, for example, the National Historical Park. You can also see the Liberty Bell, which is a symbol of freedom. The sound of this Bell told the people about the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in July 1776. You can also visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art — one of the greatest art museums of the world.
Interesting facts about the:
There are 293 various combinations for the exchange of the U.S. dollar.
In 1950 the second largest U.S. state was California
Las Vegas a city in the west of the USA in the State of Nevada is located in the Central part of Mohave desert, with population of 552 thousand inhabitants. The city youngish, it is based in 1905.
The main city street - "Las Vegas the Strip" Along it the smartest luxurious hotels are located.
Dancing fountains in casino Bellagio
The oldest city in the U.S. is Santa Fe founded in 1610.
George Washington was deathly afraid of being buried alive. After he died, he wanted to be laid out for three days just to make sure he was really dead.
Cyildren go to school at the age of 5 years in the USA!
The usual house on one of streets of the USA!
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