North Dakota is a state full of natural beauty, sharing borders with Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota and Canada. It’s the 17th largest state, home to the beautiful wild prairie rose among many other beautiful wildflowers. Learn more about this beautiful prairie state:
4 North Dakota Facts
1. North Dakota grows more sunflowers than any other state. (Source)
Farmers grow these beautiful yellow flowers to harvest their seeds which people love to eat and plant. Many people love to buy sunflowers as décor with their sunny bright hues. Sunflower season in August peaks in August.
2. European Americans didn’t arrive in North Dakota until the 19th century. (Source)
North Dakota is quite far inland full of vast prairie and wilderness so European settlers didn’t make it their until railroad lines were established. Before Europeans, there were several indigenous groups living in North Dakota, like the nomadic Mandan peoples.
3. The residents of North Dakota enjoy the best sleep in the nation. (Source)
Whether it’s due to quiet prairie nights, lower stress levels, or plenty of fresh air, North Dakota residents have the best sleep quality. It’s clear North Dakota has a good quality of life.
4. There are a lot of roadside attractions in North Dakota. (Source)
North Dakota is home to the world’s largest Holstein Cow and the world’s largest buffalo, in the form of giant statues that can be seen from miles away. You’ll also find the “Enchanted Highway” in North Dakota which is full of fantastic metal sculptures lining the roadway.
