Millions of tourists visiting one of the largest countries in the world admire the incredible natural wonders and monuments created by human hands. The sights of the United States of America will surprise even the most discerning travelers who dream of a new meeting with historical places immediately after the end of the trip.
It is impossible to tell about all the interesting corners of the vast country, so let's focus on cultural and natural sites that have long been considered the hallmarks of the United States.
History of the creation of the monument
When it comes to America, the Statue of Liberty is the first association that all people have. This is the most famous building in the country, recognized as a national monument since 1924. The history of the creation of a giant sculpture 46 meters high is interesting.
The idea of erecting a monument belongs to the French historian de Laboulet, who 150 years ago offered to give America a statue as a symbol of friendship between countries. Youngsculptor Bartholdi, inspired by Delacroix's famous painting "Liberty Leading the People to the Barricades", went to the States to decide on the location of the future monument.
His choice fell on New York harbor, famous for strong hurricanes. Taking on the assistants of the future creator of the Eiffel Tower, engaged in the installation of the most durable structures, Bartholdi created in 1884 a monument to the Statue of Liberty with the money of the Franco-American society.
Symbol of America
The first viewers of the 200-ton female figure with a torch in her outstretched hand were the French, who admired the work for three months, after which it was officially transferred to America. It is known about 214 flights that transported the statue in parts to Liberty Island (Bedloe), where she met all the ships with immigrants.
In 2012, the monument, which the locals call "Lady Liberty", was closed for renovation. Repair work was going on for a whole year, after which the statue acquired modern elevators and security systems. Now everyone can easily climb the spiral staircase leading to the statue's crown with seven rays.
It is recommended to buy tickets to visit the symbol of America, included in the UNESCO heritage list, in advance, as up to 20 thousand people wish to admire the statue a day. Be prepared for a thorough personal inspection to avoid terrorist attacks.
Disneyland
The first Disneyland in the world, opened in 1955, is a huge amusement park and realattractions of the United States of America, where tourists from all over the world seek. An unforgettable family recreation center built for children, loved by people of all ages. There you can feel like a child and visit the colorful castle of Sleeping Beauty, visit the small island of Peter Pan, plunge into the adventure world of Indiana Jones.
American "Disneyland" (California) has become the prototype of all theme parks of this kind. It recreates with amazing care the fabulous world of children's cartoons, filled with incredible rides and colorful parades. What could be more beautiful than a meeting and joint photos with your favorite characters, familiar from childhood?
Themed areas
Every year, the already huge territory of the entertainment complex is expanding. Now it represents Disneyland itself and Disney California Adventures for kids, a separate adult area with souvenir shops, speci alty stores, numerous restaurants and three luxury hotels where you can stay with the whole family. You can move from one theme park to another on an old train along the railroad that runs throughout Disneyland.
In the evening, the sky is painted with bright lights of colorful fireworks, for the sake of the amazing play of fire and music, it is worth staying in the amusement park until itclosing. A fantastically beautiful show will delight not only children, but also parents who have lost the habit of being surprised at the miracles.
Grand Canyon
The most impressive landmarks in the United States of America are not always man-made. Located in Arizona, the Grand Canyon is a perfect example of the erosion of the Colorado River, cut into the limestone of the nearby plateau over the centuries.
Ancient rocks of slates and granites that lie at the base of the natural monument are reddish in color and formed about two billion years ago. The muddy waters of the Colorado River have the same shade, with a suspension of sand and clay.
National Park
In 1919, a national park was created here, annually receiving more than five million tourists a year. The Grand Canyon of Colorado is a stunning natural wonder that looks like a flat surface from a distance, and only at the very edge of the plateau is a mesmerizing gorge that expands every year. Travelers love to take pictures of the abyss of the canyon, filled with the most bizarre relief forms after washing out of the rocks, in which everyone guesses something of their own.
Surprisingly, the canyon changes colors depending on the light: dark colors are replaced with iridescent pink and bluish hues with the appearance of the first rays of the sun.
Sights of the United States of America amaze foreigners with grandeur and entertainment. You can talk about memorable corners for a long time, but it is best to try to see with your own eyes whatwill be remembered forever.
