1. Alabama

Alabama is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the southeastern region of the country. Alabama borders on the north with Tennessee, on the south with the Gulf of Mexico and Florida, on the east with Georgia and on the west with Mississippi.

Capital of Alabama

Montgomery is the capital of the US state of Alabama and home to Montgomery County. It was founded in 1814 under the designation of Fort Montgomery and incorporated as a city on December 3, 1819, becoming the state capital on December 6, 1847.

2. Alaska

Alaska, northwest of Canada, is the largest and least populated US state. It is known for its diverse relief consisting of open spaces, mountains and forests, with abundant wildlife and many small towns. Alaska is a destination for outdoor activities such as skiing, mountain biking and canoeing. The huge Denali National Park and Reserve is home to Mount Denali (formerly Mount McKinley), the highest peak in North America.

Capital of Alaska

Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, is in the south-central part of the state at Cook's Cove. It is known for cultural sites such as the Alaska Native Heritage Center, which features traditional handicrafts, dances and replicas of the area's indigenous groups. The city is also an entry point to nearby wilderness areas and mountains such as Chugach, Kenai and Talkeetna.

3. Arizona

Arizona, a state in the southwest of the US, is known for the Grand Canyon, a mile-deep crevasse carved by the Colorado River. Flagstaff, a mountainous town covered with pine ponderosa pine, is an important point of access to the Grand Canyon. Another prominent natural site is Saguaro National Park, which protects the cactus-filled landscape of the Sonoran Desert. Tucson is territory of the University of Arizona and houses the Arizona-Sonora Desert.

Capital of Arizona

Phoenix is the capital of the southwestern state of Arizona. Known for its sunny climate and year-round high temperatures, the city has a large metropolitan area comprised of several other cities, called the Valley of the Sun. It is also known for its modern spa resorts, golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus and the lively nightclubs. Another highlight is the Desert Botanical Garden, which features cacti and various native plants.

4. Arkansas

Arkansas, nicknamed the Land of Opportunity or The Natural State, is a state in the United States of America. Its capital and largest city is Little Rock. It has been estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2015 that around 2,978,204 people live in Arkansas.

Capital of Arkansas

Little Rock is the capital and largest city of the US state of Arkansas. Situated near the geographic center of the state of Arkansas, the name Little Rock derives from the name of a small rock that exists on the south bank of the Arkansas River, called in French de la petite roche.

5. California

California, in the western United States, stretches from the Mexican border along the Pacific coast for nearly 1,500 km. Its territory includes cliff-side beaches, redwood forest, Sierra Nevada mountains, Central Valley agricultural fields, and the Mojave Desert. The city of Los Angeles is home to the Hollywood entertainment industry. The city of San Francisco is known for the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and the trams.

Capital of California

Sacramento is the capital of the US state of California and headquarters of Sacramento County. It was founded in 1839 and incorporated on February 27, 1850. It became the state capital in 1854, replacing Monterey.

6. Colorado

Colorado, a western state, has a diverse landscape that includes an arid desert, river canyons, and snow-capped Rockies, which are partially protected by the Rocky Mountain National Park. Also in the state, Mesa Verde National Park features anasazi cliff dwellings. Located one mile above sea level, Denver, Colorado's capital and largest city, has a lively center.

Capital of Colorado

Denver, the capital of Colorado, is an American metropolis dating from the Old West. Larimer Square, the city's oldest block, features famous 19th-century buildings. Major museums include the Denver Museum of Art, an ultra-modern complex known for its collection of indigenous works, and the mansion of Molly Brown, famed survivor of the Titanic. Denver is also a starting point for nearby Rocky Mountain ski resorts.

7. Connecticut

Connecticut is a US state located in the southern New England region that features a mix of coastal towns and rural areas full of small towns. Mystic is famous for the Seaport Museum, where there are centuries-old ships, and for white whale exhibits at the Mystic Aquarium. On the Long Island Estuary, New Haven is known for Yale University and the acclaimed Peabody Museum of Natural History.

Capital of Connecticut

Hartford is the capital of the US state of Connecticut, located in Hartford County on the Connecticut River. The city was founded in 1635 as Newtown, and was renamed Hartford in 1637.

8. Delaware

Delaware is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the northeast region. It is the second smallest US state in territorial extension, behind Rhode Island, and also the sixth least populous state in the country. Only South Dakota, Alaska, North Dakota, Vermont, and Wyoming have fewer inhabitants.

Capital of Delaware

Dover is the capital of the state of Delaware, in the county of Kent, of which it is headquartered. It was founded in 1683 by William Penn and incorporated in 1717. It is famous for its car racing track used by NASCAR.

9. Florida

Florida is a state in the far southeast of the US, with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. The state has hundreds of miles of beaches. Miami is known for its Latin American cultural influences and outstanding art scene, as well as its nightlife, especially on sophisticated South Beach. Orlando is famous for theme parks, including Walt Disney World.

Capital of Florida

Tallahassee is the capital of the American state of Florida, located in Leon County, of which it is headquartered. It was incorporated in 1825. The city's main airport is Tallahassee Regional Airport. CSX operates two railway lines in the city.

10. Georgia

Georgia is a southeastern US state whose territory encompasses coastal beaches, farmland and mountains. The capital Atlanta is home to the Georgia Aquarium and Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, dedicated to the life and memories of the African-American leader. Savannah is famous for its 18th and 19th century architecture and leafy public squares. Augusta hosts the Masters Golf Tournament.

Capital of Georgia

Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia in the USA. The city played an important role in the Civil War and black civil rights movement in the United States in the 1960s. The Atlanta History Center records the city's past, and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site is dedicated to the life of the African-American leader Martin Luther King Jr. In the center of the city, Centennial Olympic Park, built for the 1996 Olympics, houses the huge Georgia Aquarium.

11. Hawaii

Hawaii, a US state, is an isolated volcanic archipelago in the Central Pacific. Its islands are known for rugged landscapes made up of cliffs, waterfalls, rainforests and beaches with golden, red, black and even green sand. Of the 6 major islands, Oahu has Hawaii's largest city and capital, Honolulu, home to Waikiki's crescent-shaped beach and World War II memorials at Pearl Harbor.

Capital of Hawaii

Honolulu, located on the south coast of Oahu Island, is the capital of Hawaii and the gateway to the US island chain. Waikiki District is the city center for dining, nightlife and shopping, famous for its beautiful crescent-shaped beach set against palm trees and multi-story hotels, and the Diamond Head volcanic crater in the distance. Among the sites related to the attack on Pearl Harbor in World War II is the USS Arizona Memorial.

12. Idaho

Idaho is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the Rocky Mountain State Region. It is limited to the north with the Canadian province of British Columbia, to the south with Nevada and Utah, to the east with Montana and Wyoming, and to the west with Washington and Oregon.

Capital of Idaho

Boise is a city located in the northwest of the United States, being the capital and largest city of the US state of Idaho. It is located on the banks of the river Boise. It is the main city of the metropolitan region of Boise. It is the third largest city in the Northwest, behind Seattle and Portland.

13. Illinois

Illinois is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the Midwest. Illinois is the fifth most populated state in the country with its 12,880,000 inhabitants.

Capital of Illinois

Springfield is the capital city of the US state of Illinois and the headquarters of Sangamon County with a population of 116,250 making it the sixth most populous city in the state. It is the largest city in central Illinois

14. Indiana

Indiana is a Midwestern state known for its agricultural fields and the renowned Indianapolis 500 Motor Race, held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In the capital, Indianapolis, theaters and galleries flank Massachusetts Avenue. The city center houses the famous Soldiers and Sailors Monument, the Canal Walk promenade and the Indianapolis Museum of Art with its diverse collections.

Capital of Indiana

Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in Marion County, Indiana, United States. It was founded in 1821 and incorporated in the same year. It was created to serve as the state capital of Indiana, becoming as such in 1825.

15. Iowa

Iowa, a Midwestern state, lies between the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. It is known for the landscape of rolling plains and cornfields. Among the monuments of the capital Des Moines are the 19th-century Iowa State Capitol, crowned by a golden dome, the Pappajohn Sculpture Park and the Des Moines Art Center, famous for its contemporary collections. The Cedar Rapids City Museum of Art has paintings by Grant Wood, born in the state.

Capital of Iowa

Des Moines is the capital and largest city of the US state of Iowa. It is also the seat of the Polk County government. A small portion of the city spans Warren County. It was founded in May 1843 and incorporated on September 22, 1851 as Fort Des Moines, which was later abbreviated to Des Moines.

16. Kansas

Kansas is a Midwestern state that symbolizes the heart of the USA with its Great Plains of rolling wheat fields. The Museum of World Treasures in Wichita, the state's largest city, takes in world history from dinosaurs to Elvis, while the open-air Old Cowtown Museum traces the city's pioneer past. In nearby Hutchinson, Cosmosphere displays Russian Vostok and Apollo 13 spacecraft.

Capital of Kansas

Topeka is the capital city of the US state of Kansas, located in Shawnee County. The town's name, Topeka, is from a native tribe, and means a good place to grow potatoes.

17. Kentucky

Kentucky is a state in the southeastern US, bordered by the Ohio River to the north and the Appalachians to the east. The state's largest city, Louisville, hosts the Kentucky Derby, the renowned horse race held at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday of May. The race is preceded by a 2-week festival and celebrated at the Kentucky Derby Museum throughout the year.

Capital of Kentucky

Frankfort is the capital of the US state of Kentucky, located in Franklin County.

18. Louisiana

Louisiana is a southeastern US state in the Gulf of Mexico. Its history as a melting pot of French, African, American and French Canadian cultures is reflected in the Creole and Cajun cultures. The largest city, New Orleans, is known for its colonial-era French Quarter, lively Mardi Gras festival, jazz music, Renaissance-style St. Louis Cathedral, and wartime exhibits at the gigantic National WWII Museum.

Capital of Louisiana

Baton Rouge is the capital of the US state of Louisiana, located in the parish of East Baton Rouge. It was founded in 1699, and incorporated on January 16, 1817. According to the 2010 national census, its area is 204.9 km², of which 5.6 km² are covered by water.

19. Maine

Maine, located in the far northeast of the United States, is known for its rocky coastline, maritime history, and natural areas such as the Acadia National Park's granite and peaks. There are many moose in Baxter State Park, home to Mount Katahdin, the end of the Appalachian Trail. The coast is lined with lighthouses like the striped lighthouse located on West Quoddy Head, as well as lobster stalls and beaches like Ogunquit and Old Orchard.

Capital of Maine Augusta is the capital of Kennebec County, Maine. It was founded in 1754.

20. Maryland

Maryland is a state in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States defined by the abundant waterways and coastlines on Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The largest city, Baltimore, has a long history as a major port city. Fort McHenry, the birthplace of the US anthem, is located at the entrance to Baltimore's Inner Harbor and is home to the National Aquarium and Maryland Science Center.

Capital of Maryland

Annapolis or Anapolis is the state capital of Maryland, and home to Anne Arundel County. It was founded in 1649, and incorporated in 1708. The origin of the city's name dates back to 1708, in honor of Queen Anne of Great Britain. The main source of income for the city today is tourism.

21. Massachusetts

Massachusetts is a state in New England, USA, known for its important colonial history. In Boston, the capital, the Freedom Trail is a walking tour of sites related to the American Revolution. Among them is the Bunker Hill Monument, which commemorates the first great battle of the war in 1775. The city also houses the Museum of Fine Arts and other notable institutions. The Red Sox baseball team plays at Fenway Park.

Boston

Boston is the capital and largest city of Massachusetts. Founded in 1630, it is one of the oldest cities in the USA. The pivotal role Boston played in the American Revolution is one of the highlights of the Freedom Trail, a four-kilometer walking route through places that tell the story of the nation's founding. At one of the stops, the former Faneuil Hall meeting house, there is a popular market.

22. Michigan

Michigan is a Midwestern state bordering 4 of the Great Lakes of North America. It contains over 11,000 inland lakes, spread across the two peninsulas: lower and upper. The state's largest city, Detroit, is famous for being the home of the US auto industry, which inspired Diego Rivera's murals at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Also in Detroit is Hitsville U.S.A., the original headquarters of the Motown label.

Lansing

Lansing is the capital of the US state of Michigan in Ingham and Eaton counties. It was founded in 1835, and incorporated in 1859. According to the 2010 national census, its area is 95 km², of which 1.6 km² is covered by water.

23. Minnesota

Minnesota is a Midwestern state bordering Canada and Lake Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes. The state contains over 10,000 other lakes, including Lake Itasca, the main source of the Mississippi River. Minneapolis's "Twin Cities" and the state capital, Saint Paul, are dense and have cultural landmarks such as the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Walker Art Center, a museum of contemporary art.

Capital of Minnesota

Saint Paul, often abbreviated to St. Paul, is the capital and second largest city in the Ramsey County of Minnesota. It was founded in 1800, and incorporated in 1854. According to the 2010 National Census, its area is 145.5 km², of which 10.9 km² is covered by water.

24. Mississippi

Mississippi or Mississippi is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the southeastern region of the country. Historically it was characterized by the predominance of farms and small towns, and dependent on agriculture.

Capital of Mississippi

Jackson, officially Jackson City is the capital and largest city of the state of Mississippi in the United States. It is the main seat of Hinds County, sharing its power equally with Raymond.

25. Missouri

Missouri is one of the 50 states in the United States, located in the Midwest region of the country. Missouri is cut by the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, the latter being the origin of the state name.

Capital of Missouri

Jefferson City is the capital of the US state of Missouri. It is named after Thomas Jefferson, president of the United States. According to the 2010 national census, its population is 43,079 people and its population density is 462.67 inhab / km². It is the 15th most populous city in Missouri.

26. Montana

Montana is a western US state defined by the diverse relief that ranges from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Plains. Among the open spaces is Glacier National Park, a vast wildlife conservation area that enters Canada. The park's many snow-capped peaks, lakes and hiking trails are evident along its famous 50-mile Going-to-the-Sun Road.

Capital of Montana

Helena is the capital of the US state of Montana and home of Lewis and Clark County.

27. Nebraska

Nebraska is one of 50 states in the United States. It is situated on the great North American plains in the central part of the country. It is bordered to the north by South Dakota, east by Iowa and Missouri, Kansas to the south, Colorado to the southwest, and Wyoming to the west.

Capital of Nebraska

Lincoln is the capital of Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States. The city is named after former President Abraham Lincoln, assassinated in 1865, shortly after the end of the American Civil War. It is situated on the banks of the famous Missouri River.

28. Nevada

Nevada is a western state of the United States defined by the vast expanses of desert and the 24-hour casinos and entertainment that make Las Vegas its largest city famous. Las Vegas has elaborate themed hotels and luxury resorts that fill the main street, the Las Vegas Strip. The city also has museums such as the Mob Museum, extravagant live shows and upscale shopping and dining.

Capital of Nevada

Carson City is an independent city and the capital of the US state of Nevada. It was founded in 1858. Carson probably comes from the name of a prominent western explorer and military man, John C. Frémont.

29. New Hampshire

New Hampshire, a US state in the New England region, is defined by picturesque cities and large wilderness areas. In the northern region, the White Mountains National Forest is known for its winter sports areas and Mount Washington, the highest peak in the region, with a rack railway leading to its summit. Also in the White Mountains, there are moose, black bears and part of the Appalachian Trail.

Capital New Hampshire

Concord is the capital of the US state of New Hampshire.

30. New Jersey

New Jersey is a state located in the northeastern United States with about 130 miles of coastline in the Atlantic Ocean. Jersey City, across the Hudson River from Lower Manhattan, is home to Liberty State Park, from where ferries board to Ellis Island with its historic Immigration Museum and famous Statue of Liberty. Jersey Shore includes major tourist cities such as historic Asbury Park and Cape May, with preserved Victorian buildings.

Capital New Jersey

Trenton is the capital of the US state of New Jersey and headquarters of Mercer County. It was founded in 1719, and incorporated on November 13, 1792.

31. New Mexico

New Mexico is a state in the southwest of the United States whose diverse landscapes encompass the Chihuahua Desert and the Sangre de Cristo hills. The capital, Santa Fe, founded in 1610, is known for its elegant spas and Spanish colonial architecture. The city also boasts a vibrant art scene, as well as the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, which features the artist's famous New Mexico landscape paintings and the Santa Fe Opera in the open air.

Capital New Mexico

Santa Fe is the capital of the US state of New Mexico, and home to Santa Fe County.

32. New York

New York or New York is one of the 50 states in the United States, located in the Central Atlantic region of the country. It is the largest financial and commercial center in the country, and the fourth largest industrial center in the United States, behind only California, Texas and Ohio, and is located in the northeast of the country.

Capital New York

Albany is the capital of Albany County, New York. It was founded in 1614, and incorporated in 1686. It is the state capital since 1797.

33. North Carolina

North Carolina is a southeastern US state with a varied landscape that includes Atlantic Ocean beaches and the Appalachian Range. Charlotte, the largest city in the state, is home to the NFL's Carolina Panthers and houses museums such as the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The state's motto ("First in Flight") honors the Wright brothers, who flew their first plane at Kitty Hawk on the Outer Banks, barrier islands littered with popular beaches.

Capital North Carolina

Raleigh is the capital of Wake County, North Carolina. His name comes from Sir Walter Raleigh. It was founded in 1792, and incorporated in 1795. It is home to North Carolina State University as well as the Carolina Hurricanes ice hockey team.

34. North Dakota

North Dakota is one of 50 states in the United States, located in the midwestern region of the country. North America's geographic center is located in North Dakota, in the city of Rugby. Most of North Dakota is located in the Great Plains region of the United States.

Capital North Dakota

Bismarck is the capital of Burleigh County, North Dakota. It was founded in 1872, and incorporated in 1895. It was named after German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck. According to the 2010 national census, its area is 80.9 km², of which less than 1 km² is covered by water.

35. Ohio

Ohio is a Midwestern state stretching from the Ohio River and the Appalachians in the south to Lake Erie in the north. On the shores of the lake is the city of Cleveland, home to the Cleveland Museum of Art and its renowned collection of European paintings and especially Asian art. Cleveland also has the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Close to the city is the vast Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Capital Ohio

Columbus is the capital of the US state of Ohio, located in Franklin, Delaware, and Fairfield counties. It was founded in 1812 and incorporated in 1816. It is the most populous city in Ohio and the 15th most populous in the country.

36. Oklahoma

Oklahoma is a Midwestern state whose diverse landscape includes the Great Plains, hills, lakes and forests. Oklahoma City, the capital, houses the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum, which recognizes the state's pioneering history, and the Bricktown entertainment district, well-known for its food and nightlife. The moving Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum recalls the 1995 bombing.

Capital Oklahoma

Oklahoma City is the capital and also the most populous city in the US state of Oklahoma, spanning four counties: Canadian, Cleveland, Oklahoma, and Pottawatomie. It was founded in 1889. It is located in the center of the state in the Midwest.

37. Oregon

Oregon is a US coastal state located in the Pacific Northwest region and known for its diverse landscape of forests, mountains, farms and beaches. The city of Portland is famous for its eccentric avant-garde culture and is home to famous cafes, boutiques, farm-to-table restaurants serving food sourced directly from local producers and microbreweries. Highlights include Native American art at the Portland Art Museum, the Japanese Garden, and the Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Capital of Oregon

Salem is the capital of the US state of Oregon. It was founded in 1842.

38. Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania, a state in the northeastern US and one of the country's 13 original colonies, has a diverse relief that includes large areas of farms, national forests and mountains. Philadelphia, the largest city in the so-called Keystone State, exhibits its rich history at Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed) and at the Liberty Bell, a traditional symbol of American freedom.

Capital of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg is the capital city of the Dauphin County state of Pennsylvania. It was incorporated in 1791. It is bathed by the Susquehanna River.

39. Rhode Island

Rhode Island is one of 50 states in the United States. At just 3 144 km², it is the smallest state in area of the country, 431 times smaller than Alaska, the largest state in territorial area. It was the first Baptist colony in America. In 2015, Rhode Island was considered the ninth safest state in the country.

Rhode Island

Providence is the capital and most populous city in the US state of Rhode Island in Providence County. It was founded in 1636 by Roger Williams and incorporated in 1832.

40. South Carolina

South Carolina is a state in the southeastern US known for its subtropical beach coastline and swampy Sea Islands. Charleston is a historic coast town that is defined by pastel-colored houses, Old South plantations and Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. To the north is Grand Strand, a 60-mile strip of beaches known for golf courses and the resort town of Myrtle Beach.

South Carolina Capital

Columbia is the capital and largest city of the US state of South Carolina in Richland and Lexington counties. The city was founded on March 22, 1786, and incorporated in 1854. According to the 2010 national census, its area is 349.5 km², of which 7 km² are covered by water.

41. South Dakota

South Dakota is a large, but low-population state located in the midwestern United States, where undulating grasslands make way for the impressive Black Hills National Park. Black Hills houses 2 historic monuments carved into high granite peaks: Mount Rushmore, famous representation of 4 US presidents, and the Crazy Horse Memorial, a tribute to the famous Native American tribal leader Crazy Horse.

South Dakota

Pierre is the capital city of Hughes County, South Dakota.

42. Tennessee

Tennessee is a landlocked state in the southern US. Nashville, the state-center capital, is at the heart of the country music scene, featuring the traditional Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and a legendary stretch of honky-tonk bars and dance halls. In Memphis, in the far southwest, are Graceland (Elvis Presley's home), Sun Studio (rock and roll pioneer) and the blues houses of Beale Street.

Capital of Tennessee

Nashville is the state capital of Tennessee, where Vanderbilt University is located. One of the premier event venues for legendary country music is the Grand Ole Opry House, home to the famous Grand Ole Opry radio and stage show. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and the historic Ryman Auditorium are in the city center, as is the District, with honky-tonk bars featuring live music and the Johnny Cash Museum, which celebrates the singer's life.

43. Texas

Texas is a large state in the southern US with deserts, pine forests and the Rio Grande, which borders the Mexican border. In its largest city, Houston, the Museum of Fine Arts houses works by well-known Impressionist and Renaissance painters, while Space Center Houston offers interactive NASA-designed exhibits. Austin, the capital, is known for its eclectic music scene and the LBJ Presidential Library.

Capital of Texas

Austin, the capital of Texas, is a city bordering the Texas Hill Country region. With its main campus at the University of Texas, Austin is known for its eclectic live music scene centered on country, blues and rock genres. The many parks and lakes are very popular for hiking, cycling, swimming and boating. South of the city, the Circuit of the Americas receives the US Formula 1 Grand Prix.

44. Utah

Utah is a state in the western United States defined by vast wilderness areas and the Wasatch Range. The main point of Salt Lake City, the capital, is Temple Square, home to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its majestic temple and tabernacle, with a huge vault and a famous choir. The easy-to-float waters of Great Salt Lake attract swimmers and sun-worshipers, especially at Antelope Island State Park.

Capital of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah's high-altitude capital, is bordered by the rugged waters of Great Salt Lake and the snow-capped peaks of the Wasatch Range. Centrally located, the 10-acre Temple Square is home to the Mormon Church and houses the majestic 19th-century Salt Lake Temple and the Gothic-style Assembly Hall. The acclaimed Mormon Tabernacle Choir performs at the dome-adorned Tabernacle.

45. Vermont

Vermont is a state in the northeastern United States, known for its natural landscape, made up mostly of forests. The state is part of the New England region, home to more than 100 19th-century covered wooden bridges and a major producer of maple syrup. Trails and ski runs cross thousands of acres of mountainous relief.

Capital of Vermont Montpelier is the capital of Washington County, Vermont, United States

46. Virginia

Virginia, a state in the southeastern US, stretches from Chesapeake Bay to the Appalachians, with a long coastline on the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of 13 original colonies, with historical monuments such as Monticello and the famous Charlottesville plantation of founding father Thomas Jefferson. The Jamestown Settlement and Colonial Williamsburg are living history museums that reenact the life of the colonial and revolutionary eras.

Capital of Virginia

Richmond, the capital of Virginia, is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Patrick Henry, one of America's Founding Fathers, declared the famous phrase "Give me liberty or give me death" in the Church of St. John in 1775, which led to the Revolutionary War. The Confederate White House, the home of Confederate President Jefferson Davis during the Civil War, is now a museum in Court End, a neighborhood known for federal-style mansions.

47. Washington

Washington is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, with reliefs ranging from the snow-capped Cascade Range to the forested islands of Puget Sound. The largest city, Seattle, is known for its thriving technology sector, vibrant music scene and famous cafes. Key monuments include the futuristic Space Needle, the centenary Pike Place Market and the Seattle Aquarium. Innovative glass artworks are exhibited at Chihuly Garden & Glass.

Capital of Washington State

Olympia is the capital city of Washington State and the headquarters of Thurston County. It was founded in 1850 and incorporated on January 28, 1859. It is located very close to Mount Rainier.

48. West Virginia

West Virginia is one of 50 states in the United States. The is state located in the southern region of the United States. It borders Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, Ohio to the northwest, and Pennsylvania and Marilandia to the northeast. The capital and largest city in the state is Charleston.

West Virginia Capital

Charleston is the capital of the US state of West Virginia. Its first and main industries were salt and natural gas. Later, it was coal that brought economic prosperity to the city.

49. Wisconsin

Wisconsin is a Midwestern state with coasts lapped by 2 Great Lakes (Michigan and Superior) and an interior of forests and farms. Milwaukee, the largest city, is known for the Milwaukee Public Museum, which has several recreated international villages, and the Harley-Davidson Museum, which features classic motorcycles. Several brewers have Milwaukee as their headquarters, and many of them organize visits to breweries.

Capital of Wisconsin

Madison is the capital of Dane County, Wisconsin. It was founded in 1836, and incorporated in 1848. Dane County Regional Airport serves the city.

50. Wyoming

Wyoming is a state in the western United States, defined by vast plains and the Rocky Mountains. The famous Yellowstone National Park, a nearly 3,500 square mile wildlife recreation area, is home to hundreds of animal species, impressive canyons and alpine rivers. One of the park's geysers is the well-known Old Faithful. To the south is Grand Teton National Park, with freeride skiing areas, forest trails and the Snake River.

Capital Wyoming

Cheyenne is the capital and largest city of the US state of Wyoming. It is also the seat of Laramie County. It was founded in 1867.