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    Even short a sugar craving there's plenty sweet to be said about Hershey, a small Pennsylvania town acclaimed internationally for its chocolates but also of note for its big amuseument parks.

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    Things To Do

    Submerge yourself in the history of Philadelphia, enjoy the beauty of the Amish culture, eat chocolate or ride roller coasters in Hershey, or relax and enjoy the beautiful landscapes found throughout the state.

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    Introduction to all the things to do in Pennsylvania.

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City and State Information for Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Facts, Statistics, and State Symbols

State Flag

Pennsylvania

"Keystone State"

Motto
Virtue, liberty, and independence
Capitol
Harrisburg
Name Origin
In honor of Adm. Sir William Penn, father of William Penn. It means “Penn's Woodland.”
Statehood Date
Dec. 12, 1787 (2nd)
Cities in Pennsylvania
 

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Official Symbols

A state's official symbols represent the composition and culture of the land and people who live and have lived here. Below are the symbols of Pennsylvania along with the year they became official.

Flower Mountain Laurel (1933)
Tree Hemlock (1931)
Bird Ruffed Grouse (1931)
Dog Great Dane (1965)
Colors Blue And Gold (1907)
Song “Pennsylvania” (1990)
Demographics
Population Density
274.0 people per square mile
Geography and Weather
Land Area
44,817 sq mi. (116,076 sq km)
Lowest Elevation
0 ft (0 m)
Average Elevation
1100 ft (335.28 m)
Highest Temperature Recorded
111°F (44°C) on July 10, 1936
Lowest Temperature Recorded
–42°F (–41°C) on January 5, 1904
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