Minnesota, US

About

Minnesota is a state located in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. It borders North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Manitoba. Minnesota is known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes."

Some key facts about Minnesota:

• Capital: St. Paul
• Population: Around 5.6 million (21st most populous state)
• Area: 86,940 square miles (12th largest state)
• Nickname: The North Star State

Minnesota has a diverse geography ranging from prairie to forests and wetlands. The state's most iconic natural feature is the Mississippi River, which begins in Minnesota and flows southwards. Major lakes include Lake Superior, Lake of the Woods, and the Lake Minnetonka chain.

Culturally, Minnesota has been shaped by Native American tribes as well as European immigrants. Logging, farming, and flour milling drove the early economy. Today, major industries include technology, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and tourism.

The Twin Cities metropolitan area, centered on Minneapolis and St. Paul, is home to over half the state's population. Other major cities include Duluth and Rochester. The University of Minnesota is a major educational institution.

Minnesota is known for its dramatic seasons, from warm humid summers to cold snowy winters. Outdoor recreation like fishing, boating, and skiing are popular pastimes. Sports, arts, food, and shopping are all part of Minnesota's vibrant urban scenes.

In summary, Minnesota is an iconic Upper Midwestern state with thousands of lakes, strong cultural traditions, a robust economy, and a quintessential four-season climate. The state's friendly residents and dynamic cities make it a great place to live, work, and explore.

Quick Facts about Minnesota

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Geography

Minnesota is located at 46°15'1"N 94°15'2"W (46.2502400, -94.2505500). It has 8 neighbors: Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Ontario.

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The largest city of Minnesota is Minneapolis with a population of 433,111. Other cities include, Saint Paul population 306,717, Bloomington population 84,583, Plymouth population 79,635 and Brooklyn Park population 79,574. See all Minnesota cities & populated places.

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Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in Minnesota.

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People born in Minnesota, including actress Adele Watson, actress Teal Redmann, actor Reverend Billy and the Church of Life After Shopping, .

List

• Theodore Marston (American film director) he was born in 10/08/1868
• Edward Kitsis (American screenwriter) he was born in 04/02/1971
• Scott William Carter (American writer)
• Frankie Thorn (American actress) she was born in 27/08/1964
• Raymond C. Bushland (US entomologist) he was born in 05/10/1910
• Terre Thaemlitz (American musician) was born in 01/01/1968
• Erik Jensen (actor and playwright) he was born in 20/07/1970
• Blaine Hogan (American actor) he was born in 29/01/1980
• Reid Anderson (Bassist/composer) he was born in 15/10/1970
• Wayne Boring (comic artist) he was born in 05/06/1905
• John Berg (American catholic priest) he was born in 01/01/1970
• Bill Haglund he was born in 01/01/1943
• Brock Pierce (Entrepreneur, former child actor) he was born in 14/11/1980
• Clark Comstock (American actor (1862-1934)) he was born in 07/01/1862
• Curt Perkins he was born in 25/04/1916
• Douglas Crockford (American computer programmer) he was born in 01/01/1955
• Henry Edward Helseth he was born in 01/01/1912
• Lars Martinson (cartoonist) he was born in 01/01/1977