Map of America Showing Alaska
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Detailed Alaska Map
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Alaska Population Map
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Alaska compared to the United States Map
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Alaska Territorial Guard Map
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Highways of Alaska Map
Operational Navigation Chart Map of Alaska
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Population density of Alaska
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Map of Projected Railway of Alaska
About Alaska
| Instance of | State |
| Part of | United States |
| Named after | Alakshak, an Aleut word meaning "peninsula" or "great land" |
| Location | North America |
| Capital | Juneau |
| Legislative body | Alaska Legislature |
| Executive body | Office of the Governor |
| Highest judicial authority | Alaska Supreme Court |
| Official language | English |
| Anthem | "Alaska's Flag" |
| Population | 731,545 (2020 Census) |
| Area | 663,267 square miles |
| Elevation above sea level | Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, is the highest point in North America with an elevation of 20,310 feet above sea level |
| Official Website | https://alaska.gov/ |
| Maximum temperature record | 100 °F (38 °C) recorded in Fort Yukon on June 27, 1915 |
| Minimum temperature record | -80 °F (-62.2 °C) recorded in Prospect Creek on January 23, 1971 |
| Longest Highway | Alaska Route 1, also known as the Alaska Highway, is the longest highway in Alaska and spans 1,387 miles from Homer to Tok |
Alaska is the largest state in the United States of America by land area, located in the far northwestern corner of the continent, separated from the continental United States by Canada. The state has a unique natural environment and is known for its rugged terrain, glaciers, mountains, and abundant wildlife. The state has a population of approximately 730,000 people, making it the least densely populated state in the country.
The state was purchased from Russia in 1867 for $7.2 million, which was widely criticized at the time as being too expensive. However, the acquisition of Alaska eventually proved to be a wise decision, as it turned out to be rich in natural resources such as gold, oil, and seafood.
The state’s capital is Juneau, and its largest city is Anchorage. Other major cities include Fairbanks and Sitka. Alaska’s economy is heavily reliant on the oil and gas industry, as well as tourism, fishing, and mining. The state is also home to a number of indigenous peoples, including the Inupiaq, Yupik, and Aleut peoples, who have a rich cultural heritage and traditions that have been passed down for generations.
Facts of Alaska
10 facts about Alaska in bullet points:
- Alaska is the largest state in the United States by land area, covering over 663,000 square miles.
- The state has a population of around 730,000 people, making it the least densely populated state in the country.
- The capital of Alaska is Juneau, located in the southeastern part of the state.
- The state has a subarctic climate, with long cold winters and short cool summers.
- Alaska is home to over 3 million lakes, more than 100,000 glaciers, and 17 of the 20 highest peaks in the United States, including Mount Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley), which is the highest peak in North America.
- The state has a rich history of indigenous peoples, including the Inupiaq, Yupik, Tlingit, Haida, and Aleut peoples.
- Alaska was purchased from Russia by the United States in 1867 for $7.2 million, which was criticized at the time as being too expensive.
- The state is known for its abundant wildlife, including bears, moose, caribou, and wolves, as well as marine mammals like whales, seals, and sea otters.
- Alaska’s economy is heavily dependent on the oil and gas industry, with the state being a major producer of crude oil and natural gas.
- Tourism is also an important industry in Alaska, with visitors coming to see the state’s natural beauty and wildlife, and participate in activities like fishing, hunting, and hiking.
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