DK Eyewitness USA (Travel Guide)

768 Pages·2020·193.668 MB·English

by  DK Eyewitness

USA
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CONTENTS
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Welcome to the USA ..................................8 2 Weeks Coast to Coast .........................26
Reasons to Love the USA ......................10 USA Your Way...............................................30
Explore the USA ............................................14 A Year in the USA .......................................50
Getting to Know the USA ........................16 A Brief History ...............................................52
E XPERIENCE THE USA 60

New York City
and the Mid-Atlantic ..........................62 Texas ........................................................444

New England ........................................132 The Southwest ...................................476
Washington, DC
and the Capital Region ..................192 The Rockies ........................................536

The Southeast ....................................238 The Pacific Northwest...................574

Florida ......................................................276 California ................................................612

The Deep South ................................322 Alaska ......................................................686

The Great Lakes ...............................360 Hawaii ......................................................710

The Great Plains ...............................406
N EED TO KNOW 738
Before You Go ............................................740 Index .................................................................748
Getting Around ...........................................742 Acknowledgments ...................................764
Practical Information ..............................746
Left: Signs lining a sidewalk in Nashville, Tennessee
Previous page: Fog engulfing the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
Front cover: Horseback riding in the Rocky Mountains
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Welcome to the USA ....................................8

Reasons to Love
the USA ................................................................10

Explore the USA .............................................14

Getting to Know
the USA ................................................................16

2 Weeks Coast to Coast ..........................26

The USA Your Way .....................................30

A Year in the USA ........................................50

A Brief History ................................................52
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W ELCOME TO
T HE USA
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1 The snowy peak of
Mount Rainier, Washington.
2 Bayou Classic Parade,
New Orleans.
3 San Francisco’s historic
working trams.
4 Bustling 42nd Street,
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Wherever you’re heading, the past awaits you. iconic landmarks. There’s much more waiting
American Indian culture permeates the USA, beyond the Big Apple. Perhaps you’re after the
and nowhere more so than in the Southwest, political pull of Washington, DC, or the archi­
where native heritage and spirituality is palpable. tectural wonders of Chicago. Irresistible food
Follow in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers and music continue to reign in New Orleans,
and discover New England for yourself, or pay while San Francisco is bursting with creativity
homage to those who fought for Civil Rights and the arts. Then there’s Boston, Los Angeles,
in the Southeast and Deep South. Adventure Miami, Philadelphia – the list goes on.
calls, whatever the season; hike around the With so many different regions and
beguiling Grand Canyon in spring, kayak experiences on offer, the USA can seem over­
around the arcadian Florida Keys in summer, whelming. We’ve broken the country down
or watch the mystical Northern Lights dance into easily navigable chapters, with detailed
across the skies of Alaska in winter. itineraries and comprehensive maps to help
Craving the bustle of a city? You’re spoiled plan the perfect adventure. Add insider tips,
for choice. New York City has long been the and a Need to Know guide that lists all the
gateway to America and remains a great essentials to be aware of before and during
starting point thanks to its plethora of super­ your trip, and you’ve got an indispensable
lative restaurants, world­class museums, and guide book. Enjoy the book, and enjoy the USA.
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R EASONS TO LOVE
T HE USA
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NEW YORK CITY
The jewel in America’s crown,
New York City is chock-full
of icons, from Times Square
and the Statue of Liberty
to pastrami on rye and
Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop.
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A MERICAN
I NDIAN HERITAGE
Villages carved out of giant
mesas, enigmatic petro glyphs,
and lovely crafts: American
Indian history dates back
thousands of years, but is alive
today and deserves attention.
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