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General Information
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Many people don’t know much about Idaho except “famous
potatoes”. But, since you are here, you would probably like to
know more.
Lying east of Washington and Oregon, Idaho is a big state. It’s
been said if you flatten all the mountains in Idaho, the state
would be the size of Texas. To be sure, Idaho covers two times
zones, runs from Canada to Nevada and encompasses the western
side of the continental divide of the Rocky Mountains. Rivers,
mountains and farmland dominate the state’s landscape. The
panhandle has emerald green hillsides, timbered mountains and
lakes of all sizes. Central Idaho is covered with jagged peaks.
The Snake River Plain, with its wide open vistas, irrigated farm
lands and vibrant cities forms the character of Southern Idaho.
Idaho’s history lies with its native tribes, the Lewis and Clark
Expedition and determined pioneers on the Oregon Trail. Today’s
Idaho is both cosmopolitan and yet small-town friendly. Boise,
the capital and largest city, developed near Fort Boise along
the Oregon Trail and has grown to a population of 190,000.
Agriculture, manufacturing and tourism are Idaho’s major
industries. Abundant outdoor recreation opportunities and scenic
vistas around every turn attract over 20 million tourists
annually.
Whichever part of this magnificent state you choose to discover,
you’ll find spectacular scenery, fun things to do and friendly,
helpful people. You’ll also find a place that’s unhurried,
unspoiled and unassuming. So linger awhile and discover Idaho. |
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