Idaho Travel Guide
Idaho (surnamed as the Gem State) is a north-western state of the United States of America, bordered by Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Montana and Wyoming as well as by the Canadian province British Colombia. Its surface is quite large (ranked as the 14th state – 216, 632 km²) but is not very populated (ranked as the 39th state with 1,429,096 inhabitants). Though crossed by many rivers and having a lot of lakes, it also has big altitudes – the biggest one is Borah Peak - 3859 m in Rocky Mountains.
Idaho is an important agricultural state – it produces the third of the whole American potato production. The other important crops are beans, wheat, barley and sugar beet. Once a mining state Idaho’s most important industries nowadays are wood production, chemical products, paper, silver and tourism.
It is also a cultural state with many universities and colleges located in the main cities: Boise (the capital), Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Falls, Lewiston, Pocatello, etc.
There are several touristic and natural curiosities and beauties that one should not miss: Yellowstone National Park, Hells Canyon, Massacre Rocks, the Craters of the Moon, Farragut State Park. Boise welcomes the biggest Basque community in the Unites States and the second in the world.
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Pocatello is a prosperous city located in Idaho, USA. Although Pocatello metropolitan area has a total of approximately 80, 000 inhabitants, the city’s favorable location and its enterprising citizens have contributed to its transformation into an important economical centre. Located on the legendary Oregon Trail, Pocatello has played its role in the history of the West.... Read more »
Boise, Idaho
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Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls is the largest city in Bonneville County, United States which has a population of about 50,730. This city is included in the statistical area of Idaho metropolitan and is considered as the third largest metropolitan city after Boise City and Coeur d’Alene. Idaho Falls has been announced as the largest metropolitan city in the eastern region of Idaho.... Read more »
Lewiston, Idaho
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Pocatello, Idaho
The city of Pocatello is one of the best places to visit if you love cold climate and if you want to take some time out of the fast running life. It is the perfect mix of various natural tourist hot spots for eco tourism lovers and different historical monuments plus various museums which will help you understand the history of this city.... Read more »
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