83 Interesting Facts About Alaska - The Fact File
2023年11月20日 · Alaska is the 48th most populous and the most extensive of the 50 states of the United States. It is in the northwest extremity of North America, just across the Bering Strait from Asia. The state attained statehood on January 3, 1959, becoming the 49th state to join the union. It has no land bordering states.
Alaska | History, Flag, Maps, Weather, Cities, & Facts | Britannica
3 天之前 · Alaska, constituent state of the United States of America. It was admitted to the union as the 49th state on January 3, 1959. Alaska lies at the extreme northwest of the North American continent, and the Alaska Peninsula is the largest peninsula in the Western Hemisphere.
51 Fun Facts about Alaska (that most people don’t know!)
2023年1月14日 · Alaska, the biggest state in the US, is filled with incredible views, a rich history, and plenty of beautiful towns to visit, and these interesting facts about Alaska are a real tribute to all of the fun Alaska facts (we could have kept going, but kept it to the 51 best ones!).
Facts About Alaska - State of Alaska
Facts About Alaska. Mountains. Of the 20 highest peaks in the United States, 17 are in Alaska. Denali, the highest peak in North America, is 20,320 ft. above sea level. Denali, the Native Alaskan name for the peak, means "The Great One." Water Bodies. The Yukon River, almost 2,000 miles long, is the third longest river in the U.S.
Alaska Pictures and Facts - National Geographic Kids
Alaska. Get facts and photos about the 49th state. By Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh. fast facts. Nickname: The Last Frontier. Statehood: 1959; 49th state. Population (as of July 2015): 738,432. Capital:...
Alaska - Wikipedia
Alaska (/ əˈlæskə / ⓘ ə-LASS-kə) is a non-contiguous U.S. state on the northwest extremity of North America. It is in the Western United States region. The only other non-contiguous U.S. state is Hawaii.
49 Fun Facts About Alaska - Gray Line Alaska
2023年9月10日 · Top Alaska facts. 1. Alaska is home to 17 of North America’s tallest mountains. Of the 20 highest peaks in the U.S., 17 are in Alaska, including the highest peak in North America (20,320 feet above sea level), Denali.
35 Facts About Alaska
2024年10月27日 · Key Takeaways: Alaska is the largest state in the U.S., with more coastline than all other states combined. It's home to diverse wildlife, including bears, moose, and bald eagles, and boasts stunning natural wonders like glaciers and the Northern Lights.
50 Interesting & Fun Facts About Alaska State to Know - Destguides
2023年7月15日 · There are 50 interesting and fun facts about Alaska state in this article, many of which you might not have known. They range from facts about the state's national parks and wildlife to its history. Keep reading to learn more!
49 Incredible Facts About Alaska, the Last Frontier State
2024年1月18日 · 49 Alaska facts to pique your curiosity and inspire your trip to the Last Frontier, a land of rugged wilderness and landscapes untamed.