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| The name "Minneapolis", means, "The City of Lakes", which is a combination of the Dakota word minne and the Ancient Greek word polis, refers to the city's 22 natural lakes. The city is recognized as one of the cultural and entertainment capitals of the United States. The skyline is made up of attractive high-rise buildings, many of which are linked by a series of enclosed overhead walkways called skyways. Minneapolis has always been known for its lively atmosphere, arty character and a vibrant nightlife.
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| Minneapolis Travel Article |
Published On: August 03, 2009 |
Did you know?
- The Mall of America in Bloomington is the size of 78 football fields - 9.5 million square feet - big enough to hold 32 Boeing 747s or seven Yankee Stadiums.
- Minneapolis is home to the oldest continuously running theater, Old Log Theater and the largest dinner theater, Chanhassen Dinner Theater in the country.
- The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is the largest urban sculpture garden in the country.
- Minneapolis’ famed skyway system connecting 52 blocks of downtown makes it possible to live, eat, work and shop without going outside.
 Location: Minneapolis is a modern city perched on the west side of the Mississippi River and is recognized as one of the cultural and entertainment capitals of the United States.
The city lies on both banks of the Mississippi River, just north of the river's confluence with the Minnesota River. Along with St. Paul's, the city is known as “The Twin Cities”, these two form the core of Minneapolis-St. Paul, the sixteenth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The city seeks to preserve and showcase the region's natural beauty via extensive trail networks, bird sanctuaries and scenic overlooks.
Stunning renovations of buildings, like the Central Library and Walker Art Center make Minneapolis trips Mecca like experiences for those interested architecture and design.
Geography :
Climate:
Minneapolis is one of the coldest cities in the United States; there is a chance of snow falling anytime between November and April. Summer however, is warm with temperatures ranging between 14 and 28 degrees Celsius and July is the sunniest month in the year. Rainfall can occur all year round, but is most plentiful in June.
More on Weather in Minneapolis
Demography
- Population:
- The United States Census Bureau estimated the city's population was 377,392 in 2007.The percentage of Non-Hispanic Whites stood at 63.3% of Minneapolis' population.
- Languages:
- Currency:
- United States Dollar(USD), $
Things to See & Do
- Sports:
- Target Center: The Target Center is an arena in downtown Minneapolis sponsored by Target Corporation. The center is home to the National Basketball Association's Minnesota Timberwolves. The Women's National Basketball Association's Minnesota Lynx also play in the arena.
- The Metrodome: The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome often simply called “The Metrodome” and is a domed sports stadium in downtown Minneapolis. The stadium is 27 years old, making it the seventh-oldest stadium in major-league baseball. The Metrodome is home to the National Football League's Minnesota Vikings and Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twin.
 - Museums :
- Minneapolis Institute of Arts: The Minneapolis Institute of Arts enriches the community by collecting, preserving and making accessible, outstanding works of art from the world’s diverse cultures. The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is a free museum operated for the benefit of the general public.
- Walker Art Center: The museum is renowned for its permanent collection of 20th century paintings, drawings, prints, photography and sculptures. The Walker Art Center is one of the country's leading contemporary art centers and is one of the most visited museums in the USA. It features works by top artists in a range of styles, utilizing various multi-media installations and educational programs. Contemporary art can also be experienced here through theater, dance, video, music and film.
- Minnesota Streetcar Museum: The Minnesota Streetcar Museum focuses on the preservation of Minnesota's electric railway history by acquiring, restoring, maintaining and operating a fleet of eight historic Minnesota streetcars at the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line in Minneapolis and the Excelsior Streetcar Line in Excelsior.
- Must Visit
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- Mall of America: Located in the southern suburb of Bloomington, the futuristic superstructure of the Mall of America is recognized as the largest enclosed shopping and entertainment complex in the country. It welcomes over 42 million visitors each year and is the fifth most visited attraction in the USA with world-class shopping, family entertainment, nightlife and numerous dining options.
- Duluth: Situated on the westernmost end of Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, Duluth's international harbor is filled with ships and the city bustles with sailors and the arrival of new wares.
- Lake Nokomis: Lake Nokomis has several beaches including a swimming beach with life guards on duty. It also has public boat access for canoes, kayaks and sail boats. The swimming beach also has public rest rooms and vends food.
- Minnehaha Park: Overlooking the Mississippi River, Minnehaha Park is one of Minneapolis oldest and most popular parks. It is located at the intersection of Hiawatha Ave. and Minnehaha Parkway. The 193-acre park features a 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs and river overlooks. The park contains oak, elm, silver maple, basswood, hackberry and cottonwood trees, as well as native and prairie woodland wild flowers.
Getting Around
- By Air :
- You can book flights to Minneapolis. The airport is divided into two parts, the Lindbergh and Humphrey terminals with most flights arriving at the Lindbergh.
- Some airlines serving the Lindbergh Terminal include, but are not limited to: The airport is divided into two parts, the Lindbergh and Humphrey terminals with most flights arriving at the Lindbergh.
- American Airlines
- Continental Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- United Airlines
- US Airways
- Some of the airlines serving the Humphrey Terminal include, but are not limited to:
- Icelandair
- Miami Air International
- Midwest Airlines
- Omni Air International
- Southwest Airlines
- By train :
- Currently, Amtrak's Empire Builder between Chicago and Seattle, stops once daily in each direction at nearby Midway Station in St. Paul
- Light rail, also known as LRT, the acronym for Light Rail Transit, or Hiawatha Line, serves downtown Minneapolis, the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Minneapolis/Saint Paul International, and the Mall of America, as well as points in between.
- By car :
- Renting a car is a great and an easy way to explore the city of Minneapolis. Minneapolis is extremely pedestrian friendly; however you'll need a car to reach many attractions outside of downtown and within the suburbs.
- Some of the car rental companies serving Minneapolis include, but are not limited to :
- Alamo Rent A Car
- Avis Rent A Car
- Budget Rent A Car
- Dollar Rent A Car
- Hertz Car Rental
From being named the "City of Lakes" to "Green Cities" and the "Best Place to Cycle", numerous accolades have been bestowed upon this great city. From an urban sculpture garden, to one of the largest malls in America, Minneapolis boasts an abundance of unique sights and attractions. The city has no shortage of leisure activities in the area, including cultural events, professional sports and festivals galore. One thing you can be sure of when visiting this destination, is that you won’t be far away from an attraction wherever you are in Minneapolis.
Source: www.wikipedia.com
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