Minnesota: for outdoor lovers

The Dakota Indians named the region “minisota,” which means “land of water with the color of the sky,” having inhabited the area for over three centuries. Today, Minnesota is still known for its stunning landscapes. Magnificent forests and prairies and several lakes with blue waters can be found throughout the state.The mighty Mississippi River begins in a small lake at Itasca State Park and stretches 1,126 km through Minnesota before heading south to the Gulf of Mexico. Legend has it that to have a long and happy life, visitors must follow a stone path to cross the source of the Mississippi. Highway 61, which runs 240 km along the shores of Lake Superior, is home to state parks, scenic overlooks with beautiful views, waterfalls, and the Split Rock Lighthouse. You can travel the route by car, bicycle, motorcycle, or take the scenic North Shore trail. Visit Duluth, a hospitable and vibrant port city filled with breweries and beautiful lake views.Two national monuments preserve the rich indigenous tradition of fur production: Grand Portage, in the far north of Minnesota, and the Pipestone National Monument, both located in the southwestern part of the state. The growth of the state of Minnesota is documented by 26 historic sites, including the place where aviator Charles Lindbergh spent his childhood, the property of the Mayo brothers (of the famous Mayo Clinic), and the Main Street of Sinclair Lewis’s works. There are many outdoor attractions, such as Voyageurs National Park, the only national park based on water, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, which boasts an incredible 1,300 lakes. Additionally, there are 76 state parks, 58 state forests, and two national forests with camping options, hiking trails, biking, and beautiful driving routes for tourists of all ages and skill levels.In the Minneapolis and St. Paul area lies the Mall of America, the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the U.S. It has attractions for all ages, including 520 stores, 50 restaurants, 14 movie theaters, the SEALIFE Aquarium, the Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park, music shows, and other free events, attractions, and beauty salons. You can also shop without paying taxes on clothing and shoes, which are exempt in Minnesota. Opinions about the theaters, museums, and galleries in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Bloomington point to the region as an arts paradise. The music scene is legendary. Great country stars were born there, such as Bob Dylan and Prince. The Walker Art Center is one of the most modern art institutes in the country.The Weisman Art Center, designed by Frank Gehry, is one of the highlights of the University of Minnesota campus, which is located by the Mississippi River.Source: www.visiteosusa.com.br