• Facts about Size - The area of the State covers 147046 square miles

• The Constitution - Montana was the 41st State to be admitted to the Union

• 3 Largest Cities in Montana - Billings, Missoula & Great Falls

• Montana State Motto - " Oro y plata " the State Motto is translated as " Gold and Silver "

• Facts about the State Nickname - The Treasure State - Referring to the importance of rich mineral reserves, including gold and silver, and mining in Montana

• Name of the State Song is " Montana " the words of the song are by Charles C. Cohen and music composed by Joseph E. Howard

• Short History of Montana - Most of the area subject to the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 and was explored by Lewis and Clark in 1805 and 1806. The region was organized as the Montana Territory in 1864.

• Origin of the name - a derivation of the Latin word "montaanus" which means mountainous

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

Best Places to Visit in Montana - Tourist attractions

• Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
  Bannack Ghost Town
  Spanish Peaks Brewery and Italian Caffe
  Sand Creek Wildlife Station, Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge
  Glacier National Park
  Yellowstone National Park

Best Places to Visit in Montana - Historical Sites

• Fort Owen State Park
  Fort Benton
  Sluice Boxes State Monument
  Pompeys Pillar National Historic Landmark
  Fort Assinniboine Historic Site, Northern Agricultural Research Center

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

• Montana State Animal Symbol - Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis)

• Montana State Bird Symbol - Western Meadowlark

• Montana State Flower Symbol - Bitterroot (Lewisia rediviva)

• Montana State Insect Emblem - Mourning Cloak Butterfly

• Tree - Ponderosa Pine