• The national flag of the United States of America, often simply referred to as the American flag, consists of thirteen equal horizontal stripes of red (top and bottom) alternating with white, with a blue rectangle in the canton (referred to specifically as the "union") bearing fifty small, white, five-pointed stars arranged in nine offset horizontal rows of six stars (top and bottom) alternating with rows of five stars. The 50 stars on the flag represent the 50 states of the United States of America and the 13 stripes represent the thirteen British colonies that declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain and became the first states in the Union. Nicknames for the flag include the "Stars and Stripes", "Old Glory", and "The Star-Spangled Banner."

American kitchen• American Cuisine, despite

appearances is not just fast food, although it is generally fat, calories and unhealthy. Americans generally eat three meals a day rich breakfast, lunch and dinner in the evening at our dinner time. Using other kitchen Americans remake the rules "in their own way." Roast saddle of mutton - lamp chop grill - with pineapple, mushrooms, cloves and tomatoes ... sprinkled with sugar to improve the taste. Pork stew with apples with cinnamon and sugar. Apples stuffed with sausage.

Breakfast• Breakfast is usually

cereals or pancakes with wheat or corn flour, topped with maple syrup. A popular dish is also eggs with bacon or ham. At the end coffee with cream and bread with cheese and ham. And the obligatory glass of fruit juice. A really great breakfast.

Lunch • Lunch is usually in the

city, at a restaurant during a break at work. They're the most sandwiches - hamburger or slices of ham, turkey or roast beef on bread. Lunch, or our dinner is equally abundant as the morning meal that consists of minimum of three courses.

Christmas• On the occasion of

festivals or celebrations dishes are unique and festive. And so on Easter is ham wirginijska. On the day of Lincoln's birth them to the casserole with bacon and beans on bostońsku. The traditional Thanksgiving turkey and pumpkin pie.

Traditions in the United States

Easter Parade• On Easter Sunday in many cities

are held parades. The most famous of these is Easter Parade in New York, where it passes on Fifth Avenue elegant ladies dressed in costumes from the past, emphasizing especially the hats. Easter Monday in the U.S. is no longer a normal working day. On that day, the White House is just the traditional Easter event for children: turning eggs across the lawn

Day of the dead• All Saints' Day in the United

States is known to us as Halloween. On the same day the children in small groups, dressed as ghosts and ghouls, go from house to house, knocking on the door and saying, "Trick or Treat" (Refreshments, or scare), demanding treats. Although these customs come from Catholic Ireland to the U.S. they have the character decidedly pagan.

4th of July• The most important

festival celebrated in the United States, Independence Day is celebrated on July 4. On this day, there are numerous concerts, parades and festivals. Tradition is also a patriotic speech uttered by politicians and civil servants. However, after dusk take place boisterous fireworks.

Thanksgiving

• Thanksgiving Day this next to the Christmas is the most important religious holiday celebrated in the United States. On the last Thursday of November traditionally consumed as a gala dinner with family and friends. The main course is roasted turkey, served with side dish of cranberries and sweet potatoes.

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Public transport and international transport

• On the local market there are plenty of both bus operators and budget airlines offer transport is therefore broad and tickets at affordable prices, which makes traveling a real pleasure. Inherent means of communication in the country was and is a turn-enabled connection to the major cities and local routes. Endless hairpin turn highways are a magnet for coaches and cars. This is by far the most popular form of transportation, as indeed reflected in the number of cars moving on the highway.

Travel by car• Travelling to the United States can and do

have the right to drive a car, if they have an international driving license. Proceeding in this manner should exercise extreme caution and remember to observe the traffic regulations in force on the highways, and more. Particular attention should be paid to the speed limit and driving behavior to the police. We will be treated strictly drivers who are under the influence of alcohol, which may end up arrested. The car is therefore the most popular but somewhat inconvenient transportation. This is especially true of parking in large cities such as San Francisco, often finding space for our vehicle can border on the miraculous.

CityPass• A good option is to travel by public transport especially if you

already buy a special card called CityPass. It is a kind of ticket that entitles us to travel urban transport. The prices of these tickets are formed depending on the city, which happened to visit the. It is clear, therefore, that, for example, in New York, the ticket price will exceed those applicable in smaller cities like Chicago, Boston and Philadelphia. Nevertheless, having CityPass allows maximum use of public transport lines during our entire stay and "take off" with us to buy single tickets at a time. CityPass is an additional attraction, it pays to have, not only in financial terms - is in fact a ticket to visit the main attractions in the USA. Traveling around the United States we have so many options to choose from, in addition to bus and rail lines can move the colored trams or how it takes place in San Francisco - the famous train. We need to decide which way to travel suits us, especially because of the convenience and travel expenses.

Places to visit• Definitely a place you just can not miss is New York. Go

through Times Square, admire the magnificent buildings theaters, exclusive shops, fine restaurants and lively clubs all night. Although for a while to stay in the heart of the city and feel like a real movie star. Millions of visitors each year to its charm delight as wonderfully situated on the Pacific city with an amazing atmosphere - San Francisco. It is here that we delight in the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge or will have the opportunity to ride a distinctive historic train. The major San Francisco to its location and climate zone in which it is located. City because often spowiela fog approaching from the Pacific Ocean.

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City entertainment• The next stop on our journey is the city that

never sleeps and annually attracts crowds of tourists to the famous Las Vegas. The world of gambling, casinos great restaurants, beautiful hotels is a showcase of the "desert" of the city. On site full of attractions and activities in the form of concerts and world celebrities, art shows and circuses. But Las Vegas is not only the eternal night of fun, it's also taking care of its people and adherence family ties. It is therefore the most appropriate place for a holiday for the whole family.

Natural attractions• Being in America and not seeing the Grand Canyon - it's just a sin.

Famous throughout the world one of the biggest tourist attractions in the U.S. Amazing natural phenomenon impresses tourists from all over the world, encouraging them to rafting the Colorado River as well as organized trips into the canyon. So this is a real treat for fans who want to experience the adventure lymph thrill. Staying in an atmosphere of nature would draw your attention to the beautiful land that is Yellowstone National Park. Numerous waterfalls, mountains, forests, lakes, but also so wonderful animals such as grizzly bears, coyotes and many other animals make up this wonderful world of diverse sounds and colors. Each of these places is different, but they all have common characteristics, you can not pass by next to them and see them for yourself will put in delight every visitor, regardless of age.

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Death Valleygeography

• Desert and hostile depression known as the Valley of Death, and considered to be one of the hottest places in the world is not all African domain, but extends to the southern Colorado. It is located in the Mojave Desert and covers an area of 8374km2. It has the shape of a stretched long valley, which at its narrowest point reaches about 8 km wide, and far less than 25 km. The entire Death Valley stretches for 225 km canyon limited form mountain ranges. The lowest point is the bottom often dried salt pond Badwater, located at a height of 86 m above sea level. Throughout the area, which is a remnant of the Tertiary tectonic movements has a very dry tropical climate. Annual rainfall is just over 50mm. Despite the difficult conditions, there's life, especially in the area of the lake, where you can meet the specific fauna. Meet in this area, such as coyotes, cougars, sheep Canadian mulaki bobcat or lynx. There is also a regular flow of the river. The region is bezodpływowy depression.

Antelope Canyon• Antelope Canyon, also known as Corkscrew Canyon consists of two

parts: the lower, known as Lower Antelope Canyon and the upper Upper Antelope Canyon. Both are located in the Indian Reservation and subject to its authority. In this way it is organized both to protect this place and prepared tours with authorized guides. The canyon can not go alone, and being in this place is regarded as the entrance to a private estate. This means that the necessary consent of the Forest Preserve, and the relevant fees and being in only two hours. The lower part of Lower Antelope Canyon, is longer than the upper, and is located in the immediate vicinity of Lake Powell. To enter you need to use special metal ladders that are installed inside the corridors. The upper part of the Upper Antelope Canyon is possible to visit only during car trips with a guide. The upper part of the canyon is on one level, without having to climb ladders. Its depth is approximately 30 meters.

Mesa Verde• National Park annually visited by about 500,000

people, including many native Indians, seeking spiritual inspiration here. Despite the huge area of only a few objects can be visited. Tourists can put three apartments available depending on the weather. Objects such as Cliff Palace, Long House and Balcony House can be visited only in organized groups. The Mesa Verde is the Archaeological Museum and the park management provides a rich infrastructure for tourists. Most of them, such as catering, fuel, campsites and hiking trails are available only in the summer.

Rollercoaster Kingda Ka• Rollercoaster uses a hydraulic system that allows such rapid

acceleration. Used the drive has power of 20,800 horsepower (15.5 MW). It was built three months. From October 2004 until 13 January 2005. The tests lasted five months. In May, construction was put into use. Kingda Ka trains are four different color-coded: green, dark blue, light blue and orange. One ride takes 18 people. The seats are located on two levels, to ensure good visibility for passengers sitting in the back.

Mammoth Cave• Mammoth Cave is such an attractive landscapes and natural place that the

U.S. authorities have decided to extend its protection and since 1941 there is a national park here, Mammoth Cave National Park. Land cave was also recognized by UNESCO, so that the park was listed as a world heritage. The park area is 214 km2. Prepared for tourists 19 km marked trails that pass through the corridors of the cave. The best of them are located about 110 meters below ground level. The whole park is up 320 km routes, mostly inaccessible to the public. Annually, the park is visited by over 1.8 million tourists. Its biggest attraction is, of course, Mammoth Cave with traces of pre-Columbian cultures, but in 1972 it was discovered that it connects with another system of caves, known as Crystal Cave, and the two systems together to form a continuous series of corridors with a length of about 590 km. The total area of the park includes three cave systems Mammoth Cave System, Crystal Cave System and Joppa Ridge System. Another important element of the park is a kind of ecosystem, combining life underground and the surface, rich in vegetation. Both of the world combined river green

Mount Rushmore• Mount Rushmore is today a major tourist attraction of

South Dakota, for which tourism is one of the main areas of activity. Each year the monument is visited by approximately 2 million tourists.

Rocky Mountains

• Currently there are two major metropolises- which are known to promote winter sports, among which therer is ski jumping. Visitors will find there activities such as river rafting, fishing, hiking and mountain climbing, camping and others. Opened to the public is also Yellowstone Park, where you can admire the beauty of fauna and flora of the Rocky Mountains.