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Map Utah

General introduction
Utah is the 13th largest state by area, 31st most populous state, and the 10th most densely populated state in the United States. Salt Lake City is the state capital and also the state's largest city. Utah has 29 counties.
Urban development is mainly concentrated in two areas: Wasatch Front in the northern center of the state, home to about two-thirds of the population and includes the capital, Salt Lake City; and the County of Washington in the south, with more than 170,000 residents. Much of the western half of Utah lies in the Great Basin.
History
History of the Utah Stone Age People inhabited the waters of the Great Basin, where there was a lot of food. The swamps and marshes around the Great Basin are home to them as they provide them with a wide selection of food such as birds, fish and other animals. The Fremont culture, from 600 to 1300 AD, thrived in areas that were once inhabited by the Ancient people of the desert. At least five groups of Native Americans - the Goshutes, the Paiutes, the Shoshone and the Ute - were present when the first European explorers arrived. The southern region of the state was discovered by the Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado in 1540. After the discovery of Great Salt Lake in 1824, many American and Canadian merchants established outposts in the area. Followers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), known as Mormon pioneers, arrived in the Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. By 1850, they was able to achieve territorial status in the region. State status was officially granted to Utah on January 4, 1896. Today, the state is a hub for transportation, education, mining and tourism.
Geography
Utah covers an area of 84,899 square miles, the state's physical features range from arid deserts to pine forests. It is bordered by Idaho to the north, Wyoming to the northeast, Colorado to the east, Nevada to the west and Arizona to the south. Utah is part of the Four Corners, the only point in the United States where four state borders meet. The state is divided into three distinct regions: the Colorado Plateau to the south and southeast, the Basin and Mountains to the west, and the Middle Rocky Mountains in central Utah. The state has five national parks: Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion National Park. Great Salt Lake, Lake Utah, Lake Sevier and Lake Rush are the main bodies of water in the state. Important rivers in Utah include the Green River, the San Juan River, the Logan River and the White River. At 4,125 meters, Kings Peak is the highest point in Utah.
Travel
Tourist destinations in Utah Amidst the alpine forests and impressive deserts, Utah offers a little bit of everything. World-renowned ski resorts, with the Deer Valley in Park City offering upscale amenities and often dubbed one of the top ski resorts in America. Monument Valley, known for its stunning crimson red mountains, is perhaps the most iconic landmark in the American West. The National Monument Grand Staircase-Escalante, famous for its sandstone canyons, is a 1.9 million acres of unspoiled wilderness. Other notable sights to see in Utah include Temple Square, Hogle Zoo, Gilgal Sculpture Garden and Lake Powell. The lake is located in the Glen Canyon National Reserve, which covers 186 miles, with sandy beaches, red-rock landscapes, and crystal-blue water.
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Geography of Utah
General Features Utah is located in Western United States. It shares its borders with Arizona on the south, Colorado on the east, Wyoming on the northeast, Idaho on the north and Nevada on the west. It has a vivid landscape comprising deserts with sand dunes, pine forests, and mountains. It covers an area of 84,899 square miles. The state can be divided into three major land areas: The Rocky Mountains: There are two ranges of Rocky Mountains that run in the state of Utah. These are the Uinta Range and the Wasatch Range. Wasatch Range runs down to the northern center of the state whereas the Uinta Range lies in the northeastern region. It is home to the highest point in the state, Kings Peak. It has many ski resorts and attracts many visitors every year. The Basin and Ridge Region: The Basin and Ridge Region lies in western Utah. Its topography is characterized by deserts, mountains and basins and sand dunes. The lowest and the warmest part of the state, "Utah's Dixie" is located in the southwestern corner of this region. The Colorado Plateau: Majority of the southern and eastern region of the state lies on the Colorado Plateau. The topography of this region is characterized by deep canyons and valleys. Plateaus such as Fish Lake are as high as 11,000 feet above the sea level. The Colorado River passes through Utah. Geographical Facts About Utah Climate of Utah Climate in Utah varies from region to region. It has dry, semi-arid to desert type climate because of its location in the rain shadow of the Sierra Nevada. It has extreme weather, with hot summers and cold winters. The lowlands receives less than 12 inches of rainfall annually, while the Great Salt Lake Desert is the driest region of the state. Salt Lake City receives around 60 inches of snowfall annually. Temperature inversion is a common phenomenon in winters in the low basins and valleys. There are less than 40 days of thunderstorm activity during the year and tornadoes are rare in the region. Rivers Colorado River and its tributaries flow in Utah. Some of the notable rivers in the state are Green River, White River, Muddy Creek, Dirty Devil River, and Paria River. Mountains Kings Peak is the highest summit in the state. Mount Nebo is the highest summit of the Wasatch Mountains. Other notable mountains in this region are Bald Mountain, Boulder Mountain, Naomi Peak, and Mount Olympus. Lakes Great Salt Lake is the largest lake in the Great Basin, It is the largest salt water lake in western hemisphere. Some of the notable lakes in Utah are: Utah Lake, Lake Powell, Fish Lake, Bear Lake, and Moon Lake.

Utah State Profile
Where is Utah? Utah is located in Western United States. It shares its borders with Arizona on the south, Colorado on the east, Wyoming on the northeast, Idaho on the north and Nevada on the west. How did Utah get its name? Utah is named after the Ute tribe. It means "people of the mountains" in Ute language. What is the capital of Utah? Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah. Founded by Brigham Young in 1847, it is among the two major urban areas in the Great Basin. It is also known as the "Crossroads of the West". It is situated in the northeast region of the Salt Lake Valley. How big is Utah? Utah is the 13th largest state in the United States. It covers an area of 84,899 square miles. It has an estimated population of 2,763,885, 34th largest in the country. Which is the largest city of Utah? The capital of Utah, Salt Lake City, is the largest city in Utah. Salt Lake City metropolitan area is the largest metropolitan area in the state. The city covers an area of 110.4 square miles and has an estimated population of 186,440. Less than 50% of the population in the city is Mormon. What is the nickname of Utah? Beehive is the nickname of Utah. It is related to the qualities of thrift and perseverance. On March 4, 1959, it became the official state emblem and was the seal of the state when Utah became a state in 1896. What is the official language of Utah? The official language of Utah is English. What is the religion of Utah? Majority of the population in Utah are members of The Church of Latter-day Saints. The church in the state has a strong regional influence on politics. Other religious denominations in the state are Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, and Jehovah's Witnesses. Who is the political leader of Utah? The government of Utah is divided into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. Gary Richard Herbert, a Republican, is the current and the 17th Governor of Utah. He assumed office on August 11, 2009. Gary S. Bell, a Republican, is the current and the seventh Lieutenant Governor of Utah. He assumed office on September 1, 2009. When did Utah achieve statehood? By signing the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, Utah officially became a US territory on February 2,1848.With the Compromise of 1850, Utah territory was created. It finally became the 45th state of United States and was granted statehood on January 4, 1896. What are some of the famous places in Utah? Goblin Valley State Park, Goosenecks State Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Arches National Park, Museum of Peoples and Cultures, "the Mittens" of Monument Valley, Alta Ski Area, Notch Peak, and Antelope Island State Park are some of the important places in Utah. What is the economy of Utah like? In 2010, the gross state product of Utah was $114.5 billion, while the per capita income was $41,750. Tourism is an important sector of the economy. Major industries in the state are mining, cattle ranching, government services, and salt production. Major agricultural outputs include hay, corn, livestock products, poultry, and barley. Mining is another important sector of Utah's economy. Minerals mined in the state are copper, gold, silver, molybdenum, zinc, lead, and beryllium.

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Places in Utah
Goblin Valley State Park Goblin Valley State Park is located in Hanksville, Utah. It was founded on August 24, 1964 and is managed by Utah State Park. It is famous for its hoodoos and hoodoo rocks which are several meters high. The shapes of hoodoos were formed from erosion-resistant layer of rock. Hiking is allowed in the park. The total area covers 3,654 square miles and has three marked trails. Animals in this region are usually nocturnal and vegetation is limited to hardy desert species. Zion National Park Zion National Park is located near Springdale, Utah. Zion Canyon is a prominent feature of this national park. It covers an area of 146,597 acres and is managed by National Park Service.It was established on July 31,1909 and has unique geography and numerous life zones. It has around 289 species of birds, 75 mammals, and 32 reptiles living in the four life zones of the park: desert, riparian, woodland, and coniferous forest. Approximately 2.5million people visit Zion National Park every year. Danger Cave Danger Cave is located in Bonneville Basin, west Utah. It is an Archaeological site and is owned by Danger Cave State Park. The place has artifacts of the Desert Culture from 9500 BCE and has evidence of nearly 11,000 years of occupation. It was first investigated by Elmer Smith in 1930s. It was added to the list of National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966 and was declared a National Historic Landmark on January 20, 1961. Fort Douglas Fort Douglas is located in Salt Lake City. It was established in October 1862. It is a small military garrison and was made for protecting the overland mail route and telegraph lines. It was renamed Fort Douglas in 1878 and a small section of the fort is still used by the Army Reserve. Most of its buildings were turned over to University of Utah after it was closed in 1991. It was added to the list of National Register of Historic Places on June 15, 1970 and was declared a National Historic Landmark on May 15, 1975.

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