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Facts about Size - The area of
the State covers 46058 square miles
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The Constitution -
Pennsylvania was the 2nd State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities in
Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Allentown
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State Motto - " Virtue, Liberty, and Independence "
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Facts about the State Nickname - The
Keystone State ( From architecture and refers to the central,
wedge-shaped stone in an arch, called the Key stone, which all
other parts depend upon )
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Name of the State
Song is " Pennsylvania " the words of the song are by
Eddie Khoury and music
composed by Ronnie Bonner
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Short History of
Pennsylvania - First explored in the early 1600s, the region
was settled by Swedes in 1634 and granted by Charles II royal charter to
William Penn in 1681. The Mason-Dixon Line established the colony's southern boundary and was
extended westward in 1784
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Origin of the name - King Charles II of England specified in the charter
given to William Penn that the name should be Pennsylvania.
This is a combination of the Latin word ' Sylvania ' meaning
woodland together with Penn
Best Places to Visit in Pennsylvania
Where are the best
places to visit in Pennsylvania? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in Pennsylvania? Visit interesting historical sites
and places in Pennsylvania during your vacation. Have fun travelling
through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in
Pennsylvania.
The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist
attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Pennsylvania! Best Places to
Visit in Pennsylvania - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in Pennsylvania - Historical Sites
Facts about
the Names
of the Symbols / Emblems of of Pennsylvania
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of Pennsylvania:
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Pennsylvania State Animal Symbol - Whitetail Deer
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Pennsylvania State Bird Symbol - Ruffed Grouse
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Pennsylvania State Flower Symbol - Mountain Laurel
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Pennsylvania State Insect Emblem - Firefly
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Tree - Eastern Hemlock
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