National Montana Day was established to honor Montana and its people. Montana is the land of gleaming mountains, big skies, and many other treasures. Locked in the north with Idaho, the Dakotas, and Wyoming as its neighbors, Montana gets its name from the Spanish word ‘montaña,’ which translates to ‘mountains.’ After decades of brawls between the Indians and the white settlers, Montana was admitted to the Union in 1889. The discovery of silver, copper, gold, and other precious metals catapulted Montana to international fame, as it became the home to the largest copper mining company in the world.
The spectacular scenery is a large proportion of the state. It is managed by the state in the form of national parks and monuments. Montana is now known for its wide-open spaces, friendly people, river rides, scenic vistas, and mountain biking trails. Locals occasionally encounter grizzly bears and other wildlife. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, a little more than a million Montanans live an authentic and slow-paced life. A day’s outing can include the gorgeous mountain tops, somber lakes, and the iconic Glacier National Park.
The 2020 super hit series, “Yellowstone,” reflects the socio-cultural and economic realities of the state. Modern-day Montanans enjoy a vibrant culture and an exhilarating trade market. The state’s major exports to the country include quality agricultural produce, beef, lumberjack, bison meat, and hydroelectric energy. On May 3, locals come together to celebrate the beauty of their state, and tourists from all over the country are invited to enjoy the gorgeous mountain life in the summer.
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