Alaska's cities stand out sharply from other American settlements. They are much more spacious than Los Angeles, New York and others. Americans are very different here: they lead a different way of life, have a peculiar character and life values. The settlements of this state amaze with their beauty. In this article, we will talk about Anchorage, Sitka, Juneau and many other cities in Alaska.
Anchorage
Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska, which is located in the south. Many tourists who decide to visit this state decide to go to Anchorage. More than 300 thousand people live in the city.
In Anchorage, tourists can find many walking places, as well as a variety of museums. In addition, there is a wonderful botanical garden, the famous Sagrada Familia, a huge shopping center and a port.
Alaska's largest city, Anchorage, is also famous for its ski resort. It cannot be compared with Courchevel, but it is fully budget-friendly and accessible to absolutely everyone.
Juno
Since the beginning of the 20th century, Juneau has been the capital of the largest US state, Alaska. The history of this city began with the fact that at the end of the 19th century, the famous traveler and gold diggerJoseph Juneau discovered a gold deposit here. A few years later, this settlement was officially recognized as a city, and after 24 years, Juneau became the state capital.
One of the leading industries of the city is tourism. The most favorable season for visiting lasts from May to September, in the remaining months there are very few tourists here. Despite the fact that Juneau's economy directly depends on the flow of travelers, residents of the capital consider them superfluous here, many are not at all happy with visitors. In Anchorage, on the contrary, the locals always greet guests warmly.
The capital of Alaska is rightfully recognized as one of the most picturesque cities in the entire state. Juneau is surrounded by two mountains and a strait to the west.
There are many interesting places in the city, especially tourists highlight the museum dedicated to the history of gold mining. In addition, there are many bars, restaurants, shopping centers, beautiful and cozy streets, colorful churches, etc.
Fairbanks, or Fairbanks
Alaskan cities like Fairbanks are very popular with tourists. Fairbanks is the official name of the settlement, but many people call it Fairbanks, which has almost supplanted the officially accepted name. The city is located on the picturesque right bank of the Tanawa River. Many Americans associate Fairbanks with universities. In fact, it is, because it is the largest educational center in the state.
Cities in Alaska, unfortunately, cannot boast of the best universities, academies and schools. Exceptionmakes up Fairbanks. The famous University of Alaska is located near this city, which is why every year more and more young people come to Fairbanks who plan to enter this educational institution. In addition, the city boasts a huge military base, Fort Wainwright.
Like many other localities in the state, Fairbanks was founded in the first half of the 20th century in connection with the gold rush passing through America. If you are a fan of the famous Husky dog breed, then Fairbanks is most likely your dream. After all, it is here that the legendary international dog sled races are held. The length of the route is about 1600 km. Athletes from different countries participate in the races.
Sitka, or Sitka
Russian cities in Alaska have lost their former name. Sitka is a former Russian city called Novo-Arkhangelsk, which was once the capital of Russian America.
The city of Novo-Arkhangelsk was founded by the Russian statesman Alexander Baranov after the permission of the Tlingit elders. The Orthodox church of St. Michael was even raised here, which at the end of the 20th century burned down during a fire. In 1967, the purchase of Alaska by the United States of America took place, and the city passed to the disposal of the American government. In the same year, the settlement was renamed. For several years, Sitka was the capital of the state, but then the city of Juneau was formed, which replaced it in this status.
18 October is probably the most important date for all the people of Sitka. Many tourists who managed to visit thiscity on October 18, full of impressions. On this day, the city hosts a solemn parade and a celebration in honor of the purchase of the state of Alaska.
Tourism in Sitka
This state of Alaska is not famous for tourism. Cities are happy to receive guests, but the flow is not particularly large. Sitka is the most visited city. It is especially loved by Russian tourists. There are a lot of nature reserves and parks here that are full of animals, many travel agencies offer travelers ecological, boat tours, as well as walks in natural and protected areas. The museums of the Russian Bishop and Sheldon Jackson are very popular. The Museum of the Russian Bishop presents documents, presentations and exhibitions dedicated to the development of the state of Alaska by the Russians.
In general, the city is full of tourists, but at the same time it is very quiet and peaceful. There is always a place to visit here.
Ketchikan
Ketchikan - the most beautiful city in Alaska is one of the most densely populated cities in the state. "Salmon Capital of the World" - that's what the city was nicknamed. The city's economy is based on fishing and tourism.
Ketchikan Landmark
Ketchikan is known to many thanks to the national landmark called "Foggy Fjords". This national monument is actually a nature reserve that is especially popular with tourists. The reserve is considered part of the famous Tongass Forest. The National Monument got its name fromits features of the coastline: several long bays are shrouded in fog. This place is very unique, many travelers dream of visiting it. Animals such as bighorn goats, grizzlies, caribou live in the reserve, and salmon in the waters. During the summer months, the weekly attendance of the "Foggy Fjords" is about 1000 people a week.
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The city of Nome was founded at the end of the 19th century. Alaska, as you know, was generously replenished with cities at this time. Again, the city was formed thanks to the Gold Rush. Numerous gold miners temporarily settled in the city of Nome. In the first decades after its founding, the population grew very rapidly. Now a little more than 3 thousand people live in the city.
Nome is notorious for the epidemic that took place here. The children urgently needed medicine, which was in the city of Anchorage (located several hundred kilometers from Nome). Airplanes did not take off in a terrible storm, so people equipped dog teams and went a thousand miles for the serum. The team of Gunars was the first to arrive in the city, the huskies were led by the legendary dog B alto. On the way back to Nome, Gunnar was paralyzed from the cold, but B alto remembered the way home and delivered the serum. Hundreds of children were saved.
Annually Nome hosts a dog sled race - Iditarod.
All cities in Alaska are different. Travelers from all over the world dream of visiting this American state. Alaska (photo of cities above) is a very cozy, homely stateand picturesque, there are many beautiful places.
