the handle on washington
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The Only State Named After a President: Washington is the only U.S. state named after a president, George Washington.
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Coffee Capital of the U.S.: Seattle is home to the first Starbucks, founded in 1971 at Pike Place Market.
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Seattle actually receives less annual rainfall than cities like New York and Boston.
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World’s Largest Building (Boeing) covering 98.3 acres and used primarily to assemble Boeing airplanes like the 747 and 787 Dreamliner.
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The Evergreen State: Washington’s nickname reflects its lush forests and abundant greenery, thanks to the Pacific Northwest’s wet climate.
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The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens was the most significant volcanic event in U.S. history. It reduced the mountain’s height by 1,300 feet.
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Washington leads the country in Bigfoot sightings. The dense forests of the Pacific Northwest are the perfect habitat for this elusive creature.
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Apple Country: Washington produces more apples than any other state, accounting for about 60% of all apples grown in the U.S.
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Built for the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle, the Space Needle is an iconic landmark for the city and one of the most recognized structures in the U.S.
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Largest Ferry System: Washington has the largest ferry system in the US with 21 ferries serving the Puget Sound area and the San Juan Islands.