As one of the biggest countries on the planet, both in size and in influence, there are endless things to know about the rich history and culture of the United States. But you could spend your entire life researching and still never come close to knowing every fun fact out there.
From impressive landscapes to scorching temperatures, we’ve pulled together the perfect collection of facts every American should know. We bet you haven’t heard these interesting facts about the U.S.A. before!
On the Coast
We all dream of living by the beach, but did you know that many Americans actually do live pretty close to the coast? While driving an hour to the beach might seem like a far drive, in the grand scheme of the entire area of the United States, 50 miles from the coast is not very far at all.
With over half the country’s population living near the coast, and almost all of the most densely populated cities being in coastal areas, it’s clear Americans love sandy beaches and clear skies.
