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Canadian Provinces:
The sovereign nation of Canada occupies all of North America north of the United States. In terms of land area, it is the largest country in the world - overflowing with natural beauty, with distinctly unique urban areas like Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.
Great Plains:
Kansas, the Dakotas, Nebraska and Oklahoma make up the Great Plains - shortgrass prairies, High Plains and forests dot this enormous expanse the U.S. interior.
Mid-Atlantic:
The Mid-Atlantic region of North America - stretching from New York south to Virginias - was a pivotal area in the early days of the American colonies. From the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania to the dramatic Atlantic Ocean, this region of the U.S. is home to some of the nation's biggest cities, and many quaint seaside villages.
Midwest:
The Midwest region of the U.S. stretches from north of the Ohio River and southern border of Missouri and Kansas to the northern border of the U.S, and west to the Rocky Mountains. Highlights of this region include the Great Lakes, major industrial cities like Detroit and Chicago, and acres and acres of rolling farmland.
New England:
Rich in American history, the New England region is relatively small in size, but big in character and charm - it's got amazing seafood, dramatic weather and a diverse landscape including mountains, valleys and the rugged Atlantic coastline.
Rocky Mountains:
The Rocky Mountains, the great backbone of North America, extend from New Mexico through parts of Canada. This region includes Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Wyoming. Rich in natural attractions, popular outdoor activities include skiing, rafting, biking and camping.
South:
South of the Mason-Dixon line and Ohio River, from the western Texas border to the Atlantic Ocean, the Southern region of the U.S. is a vast area known for its friendly hospitality and its love of home-cooking and live music. From the Smoky Mountains to the Everglades in Florida, the south is brimming with popular cities, towns and natural landmarks throughout.
Southwest:
Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada make up the enchanting arid Southwest region - home to some of the nation's most stunning natural attractions, including the Grand Canyon, as well as a thriving artistic culture.
Western:
The Western region includes California, and Oregon and Washington in the Pacific northwest. Alaska and Hawaii, non-contiguous states, are included here as well. Natural attractions draw visitors to these areas, as well as cosmopolitan cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle.
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