Overview of North America
Overview of North America
Overview of North America
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1. What are the important land forms and water forms in North America?
- The important land forms in North America are mountains, valleys, canyons, rivers
and lake . The important water forms in North America are the Pacific Ocean, the
Bering Sea and Strait, the Arctic Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Caribbean Sea
and Gulf of Mexico.
- They have different climate, In Canada the climate there is colder than United
States, United States has a variety of climates including hot humid swamplands and
dustry desert and in Mexico is from Tropical to cool.
- The arts and other expressions of life aspects and achievements from the North
American continent are referred to as North American culture. The cultures of North
America reflect both those of the continent's indigenous peoples and those that
developed after European colonization.
5. List down the Top 10 Destinations in North America and describe each.
Mexico City- It is the oldest city in North America. Its metropolitan area, which
extends well beyond the Federal District, ranks among the world’s most populous.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - It serves as the focal point of one of Canada's
most populous metropolitan regions and is located just north of the state of
Washington in the United States. It has a lovely natural harbor on an excellent
location with views of the sea and mountains.
Miami, Florida, United States - The Miami metropolitan area is the ninth largest in
the country with a population of 6.138 million in 2020. The city has the third largest
skyline in the country with over 300 high-rises. It is also known as "the 305", "The
Magic City," and "Gateway to the Americas."
Los Angeles, California, United States - Its metropolitan area ranks second in terms
of population in the United States. The city is well known for its pleasant weather,
urban sprawl, traffic, beaches, and ethnic and racial diversity in addition to being the
center of the American entertainment industry.
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States - The largest city in the state of Hawaii and its
capital is Honolulu. Honolulu, which in Hawaiian means "sheltered bay," has grown
to be a significant entry point into the United States, a top tourist destination, a
center for international trade, and a center for military defense. It also has a natural
harbor.
San Francisco, California, United States - San Francisco, one of the most popular
tourist destinations in the country, is renowned for its steep rolling hills, eclectic mix
of architecture found throughout different neighborhoods, cool summers, fog, and
famous landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Alcatraz, and the
Chinatown and Mission districts.
Las Vegas, Neveda, United States - The largest city in the state of Nevada is Las
Vegas. It serves as the county seat of Nevada's Clark County. As the "Entertainment
Capital of the World," Las Vegas is renowned throughout the globe for its resorts,
casinos, shopping, and dining.
New York City, New York, United States - It is located halfway between the Pacific
Ocean and the San Gabriel Mountains, making it the second largest city in the
country. With the San Andreas Fault nearby and the Santa Monica Mountains
dividing the San Fernando Valley from the communities of Hollywood, Beverly Hills,
and Pacific Palisades, earthquakes are common there.