• Facts about Size - The area of the State covers 2489 square miles

• The Constitution - Delaware was the 1st State to be admitted to the Union

• 3 Largest Cities in Delaware - Wilmington, Dover and Newark

• State Motto - " Liberty and Independence  "

• Facts about the State Nickname - The First State ( the first state to ratify the United States Constitution )

• Name of the State Song is " Our Delaware " the words of the song are by George B. Hynson and music composed by M. S. Brown

• Short History of Delaware - Settled by the Dutch in 1631 and by Swedes in 1638, the region passed to England in 1664. Part of William Penn's Pennsylvania grant from 1682 until 1776.

• Origin of the name - Named after the Delaware River whose name was derived from that of Sir Thomas West (Lord de la Warr) who was Virginia Company's first governor

Best Places to Visit in Delaware
Where are the best places to visit in Delaware? What are the most famous and fun tourist attractions in Delaware? Visit interesting historical sites and places in Delaware during your vacation. Have fun travelling through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in Delaware. The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Delaware!

Best Places to Visit in Delaware - Tourist attractions

• Delaware Toy and Miniature Museum
  Brandywine Zoo
  Nemours Mansion and Gardens
  Chaddsford Winery
  Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard/Museum

Best Places to Visit in Delaware - Historical Sites

• Amstel House Museum
  Brick Hotel Gallery
  George Read II House and Gardens
  Fort Christina
  The Green
  Fenwick Island Lighthouse

Facts about the Names of the Symbols / Emblems of of Delaware
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the symbols / Emblems of the State of Delaware:

• Delaware State Animal Symbol - Horseshoe Crab

• Delaware State Bird Symbol - Blue Hen Chicken
• Delaware State Flower Symbol - Peach Blossom
• Delaware State Insect Emblem - Lady Bug
• Tree - American Holly (Aquifoliaceae Ilex opaca)