State of Alaska
United States of America Wikipedia
Alaska is a state in the Western United States, on the northwest extremity of the country's west coast.
Capital: Juneau
Area: 1.718 million km²
Population: 7.32 lakhs (2019)
Governor: Mike Dunleavy (Republican Party)
What is Alaska famous for?
“When it comes to wildlife, Alaska is famous for salmon, moose, caribou, bears, whales, bison, puffins, jellyfish, etc. When it comes to scenery, Alaska is famous for glaciers and fjords, mountains, and more lakes, rivers, and waterways than one could dream of.
Why Alaska is a part of the USA?
Russia offered to sell Alaska to the United States in 1859, believing the United States would off-set the designs of Russia's greatest rival in the Pacific, Great Britain. ... The strategic importance of Alaska was finally recognized in World War II. Alaska became a state on January 3, 1959.
What is bad about Alaska?
One of the worst things about living in Alaska is the lack of tasty, fresh fruit and vegetables, especially throughout the winter. 5. Sun guilt. Not soaking up every last second of that glorious midnight sun makes always reminds us that we will be kicking ourselves in the wintertime.
The Best Time to Visit Alaska
The peak season is June to August. By mid-June, it's as warm as it's going to get. ...
Cruise Season is also May through September. ...
Shoulder Season is May (early season) and September (late season), with 10-25% discounts on some hotels, tours, and cruises.
