Alaska - Geography, Touristy Places, Cities, Climatic Conditions

Alaska is the largest state in the US and also one of the least populated states. Visit this state with a US visa. This state derives its name from the Aleut Alyeska, meaning 'great land' or 'great country'. Alaska is located in the northwestern side of North America, detached from the mainland of the US. Hence it not bordered by any other US states. It was admitted into the Union as late as January 3, 1959 as the 49th state.

Tourist places and scenic beauties are found abundant in Alaska. It is the perfect destination for adventure loving people. North Pole, Alaska is worth visiting during Christmas. You can start applying for an American visa to visit this northernmost Santa-themed attraction this Christmas. With 33,000 miles, 1,800 islands, and 50,000 glaciers apart from a plethora of lakes and rivers, you need more than one visit to enjoy the thrill of Alaska.

If you wish to live and work in Alaska, the right place for you is Anchorage. Home to about 260,283 people, it is the most populous city in the state. Green card holder can also stay in cities like Juneau, the state capital, Sitka, and other urbanized places like Fairbanks.

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Alaska, especially the interior region has an extreme continental climate. In winters the mercury level drops to below -55 F while in summers it can go as high as 100 F. The artic coast along the northern slop is more or less a cold desert.