United States of America

Location – North America
Capital – Washington D.C
Population – 305,930,000
Language – English
Religion - Protestant, Roman Catholic, Jewish
Calling Code - +1
Time Zone – UTC -5 to -10, Day Light Saving – UTC -4 to -10
Climate – Various climatic conditions like arid, Oceanic, Mediterranean
Currency – US Dollar (USD)
Best time visit – May To September

The White House - Washington
The White House is the official residence of the President of United States, often referred to as the most powerful man on earth. Originally built in the year 1792 by James Hoban, it was burned down by British but was rebuilt in the year 1818. Not all portions of the White House are open for tourists, but whatever you will see in White House will give you an idea of its brilliance and magnificence. There are guided tours organized inside the White House that will take you to East Rooms, Green, Blue and Red Rooms, the Ballroom, the entrance hall and the State Dining Hall. Notice the Neo Classic architecture that runs throughout the building. The art collection, paintings and statues are also a major tourist attraction in the White House.

Disney Land - California
With over 14,800,000 people visiting this Disneyland Park in the year 2007, it became the second most visited park in the world. Opened to the public in the year 1955, it is one of the most breathtaking destinations in US for kids and adults alike. The park covers an area of nearly 85 acres and includes five different themed areas namely Main Street U.S.A, Adventureland, Frontier Land, Fantasyland and Tommorowland. There is so much to see here that it is next to impossible to cover everything in a single day. Apart from amusement rides, there are staying options and eating joints inside the campus itself.

Hawaii
Situated in northwest region of continental U.S.A, Hawaii is rated among the best beach destinations in the world for its beautiful beaches, pleasant climate and shimmering blue lagoons. Hawaii is the newest state included in USA territory making it the 50th state. Hawaii consists of eight islands namely Kahoolawe, Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, Kauai, Niihau, and Waikiki. Honolulu is the capital city of Hawaii and is situated on Oahu island. Here you will see a culture absolutely different from rest of the country. Along with native Hawaiians, this archipelago state has been home to 200 other ethnic groups that have settled here and given a new outlook to the life in Hawaii. It is a popular destination for water sports like scuba diving and snorkeling.

Alaska
Alaska, by area, is the largest of all the 50 states of United States but the least densely populated. The area it covers is huge and once spanned over 5 time zones. Alaska offers a lot to see and experience which probably you will not be able to cover in a short time. The main attractions of Alaska are Katmain National Pak which is famous for many volcanoes, Kenai Fjords National Park, Denali National park and Anchorage Museum of History and Arts. Indulge in adventure sports like fishing, hiking and skiing while enjoying the natural beauty of Alaska, the coolest state of United States.

Mount Rushmore – South Dakota
Representing the first 150 years of History of America, Mount Rushmore is a national memorial which is situated near Keystone in South Dakota. It is a granite sculpture with figures of the heads of former American Presidents namely, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. All the figures measure nearly 60 foot. The carving of Mount Rushmore was started in the year 1927 and was completed in the year 1941 with the help of nearly 400 workers. Today, Mount Rushmore attracts nearly 2 million visitors a year. This unique form of attraction has made tourism the second largest industry of Dakota and Mount Rushmore the most visited attraction. The best place from where to view Mount Rushmore is the Gardenview Terrace just above the Lincoln Borglum Museum. The museum itself is a must visit for its 13 minute movie about Mount Rushmore shown in the 125 seater theater.

The Grand Canyon - Arizona
If Australians boast about the beauty of Outback, Americans are proudly flaunting their Grand Canyon. One of the most awe inspiring features made by nature anywhere in the world, Grand Canyon is a steep gorge cut by Colorado River. Situated within the Grand Canyon National Park, the canyon is 227 miles in length, up to 18 miles in width and nearly 6000 feet deep. It is believed that it took nature nearly 2 billion years to carve this magnificent piece of land. It attracts nearly 5 million visitors every year who apart from sightseeing indulge in whitewater rafting, hiking and sky walking. You can also hire a helicopter and take a tour over the Grand Canyon, a must have experience.

Kennedy Space Center - Florida
Situated in Florida, Kennedy Space center has become the symbol of American dominance in strength and technology. The center covers an area of nearly 150000 acres and has many activities that could be indulged in by tourists. There is an IMAX 3-D theater with six story screens and brilliant sound system that make it a treat to watch the history of the space station and other documentaries. Take a bus tour with running commentary that takes you to the launch pad and on to the Saturn V center where you will experience a narrated stimulation of Apollo 8 launch. Also visit the Astronaut Hall of Fame where you will can take a ride in the G-force simulator ride and feel zero gravity.

The Las Vegas
There will be probably no traveler in the world who has not heard of the Las Vegas Strip. This 4 mile stretch is the world's most glittering and happening place that has unfailingly mesmerized each and every soul coming here. This small strip is overflowing with casinos, pleasure palaces, shimmering hotels and wedding chapels. Gone are the days when Las Vegas was called by the name of Sin City and was off limit for family vacation. Las Vegas today attracts hordes of family vacationers along with thousands of leisure tourists. Make no mistake, Las Vegas has not compromised on its glitz and glamor by the minutest. The fact that out of 225 hotels that are there in Las Vegas, 19 of them are among the world's 20 largest just makes the above point cleared. For most of the tourists, Night only falls outside Las Vegas.

Times Square – New York
Times Square, in words, is just an intersection in Manhattan, New York. However, in reality it is much more than that. It has been rated as the best tourist destination in entire United States. What makes this busy intersection an adored tourist attraction, has to be seen to be believed. Times Square is filled with LED signboards, digital advertisements, big skyscrapers and the Broadway theaters. The scene here at night is simply astounding and it seems as if you have by mistake reached Las Vegas. Referred to as “Crossroads of the World”, Times Square is among one of the landmarks that define New York as a city.

Empire State Building – New York
Many might argue that Empire State Building is not the most eye caching building in New York, but none will raise finger on it being the most iconic structure in the city. Completed in the year 1931, it reaches a height of nearly 1454 feet and was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion and held on to the status till 1971 when Twin Towers of World Trade Center were erected. Go up to the 86th floor in the building where an open air observatory is present. Get views up to 80 miles in all directions and you will know why it is called the most romantic building in the city.

Other Attractions of New York
• American Museum of Natural History
  The museum boasts of more than 36 million items on display including the prize possession of humongous and magnificent skeletons of dinosaurs. It is this piece of collections that easily takes the number of visitors to thousands in a day. The Brazilian Princess Topaz, which is the world's largest cut gem at 21,005 is also a major attraction of the museum. Do not forget to take a look at the Hayden Planetarium, the newest member of the magical collection. It is said to be the world's largest and most powerful virtual simulator machine that takes you through the Milky Way and beyond.

• Central Park
  A park right in the middle of sky scrapers in New York with such huge space, such greenery and so many attractions is nothing less than a 21st century miracle. Created in the year 1870, Central Park since its beginning has been a major picnic spot for tourists and locales. During summers, the park is filled with people who come here for sun bathing. The other major attraction of the park is a carousel with fifty eight hand carved horses, Bethesda Fountain, the charming Loeb Boathouse Restaurant and the wollman Memorial Ice Rink.

• Statue of Liberty
  Take a ferry ride to one of the most recognizable structure in the world, The Statue of Liberty. Officially named the Liberty Enlightening the world, Lady Liberty was given as a gift of friendship for United States from France in the year 1885. Built on a granite pedestal on Bedloe's Island, now called Liberty Island. The statue is completely made of copper except for the flame of the torch which is coated in goldleaf. The total length of the statue and pedestal is around 305 meters but the statue alone is of 171 meters.

• The Brooklyn Bridge
  Brooklyn Bridge is known for its huge size yet it is its sobering presence that has made it a landmark for New York City. Built in the year 1883, it took nearly 14 years to complete Brooklyn Bridge, an architectural gem. This gigantic suspension bridge connects the Lower Manhattan with Brooklyn heights. Just walk across the bridge as the dusk falls and experience what feeling that makes Brooklyn bridge one of the most adored structured of the City.