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Among the 50 states, Iowa ranks 30th in population and 23rd in land area. The word "Iowa" comes form the American Indian tribe of the same name. Iowa became the 29th state on December 28, 1846. Iowa is the only state bordered by two navigable rivers; the Missouri River to the west and the Mississippi River to the east.
- What is Iowa is famous for?
- What is the best thing about Iowa?
- What is Iowa State animal?
- What is Iowa State Rock?
- What is the number 1 attraction in Iowa?
- Is Iowa the worst state?
- What is the oldest town in Iowa?
- What fruit is Iowa known for?
What is Iowa is famous for?
1. Iowa, also known as the Hawkeye State, became the nation's 29th state in 1846. 2. Iowa has the most pigs of any state and is the nation's top pork producer.
What is the best thing about Iowa?
One of the best things about Iowa is that there isn't a lot of traffic. There are almost never traffic jams, especially if you live in a small town or suburb. ... Here in Iowa, we have so much to offer: good jobs, peaceful, low-crime communities, a low cost of living, and so much more.
What is Iowa State animal?
American Goldfinch. Spinus tristis (synonym: Carduelis tristis) 1933.
What is Iowa State Rock?
Rock collectors commonly refer to geodes from this region as “Keokuk geodes.” In keeping with the world-renowned status of the Iowa geodes, the Iowa General Assembly declared the geode as the official “State Rock” in 1967.
What is the number 1 attraction in Iowa?
1: Iowa State Capitol
While you can tour the Iowa State Capitol online via pictures and videos, this attraction is well worth a visit in person. The Capitol is impossible to miss, with its large 23-karat golden dome visible from anywhere nearby in Des Moines.
Is Iowa the worst state?
Iowa came in at No. 1 in 2021. According to QuoteWizard, Iowa went from the 23rd best to the worst in just a year. ... Coming in just above Iowa at the bottom of the list were North Dakota, Virginia, California and Alaska.
What is the oldest town in Iowa?
Dubuque is Iowa's oldest city and is among the oldest settlements west of the Mississippi River.
What fruit is Iowa known for?
Iowa is famous for corn, soybeans ... and the Red Delicious apple. That may be, but the Red Delicious, originally named the “Hawkeye,” will always be the “apple of thine eye” for my family and for all Iowans.
