Minnesota, however you want it.

Minnesota, known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," is a picturesque state located in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. It is the 12th largest state in terms of area and the 22nd most populous state. Minnesota shares its borders with Canada to the north, Wisconsin to the east, Iowa to the south, and North and South Dakota to the west. The state's capital is St. Paul, which together with its neighboring city, Minneapolis, forms the Twin Cities metropolitan area, the largest urban center in the state. Geographically, Minnesota is characterized by its diverse landscapes, which include vast forests, rolling plains, and thousands of lakes and rivers. The state is home to several national parks, such as Voyageurs National Park, which is famous for its interconnected waterways and lush forests. The Mississippi River, one of the most iconic rivers in the United States, begins its journey in Minnesota at Lake Itasca. Minnesota's rich history dates back to the early Native American tribes, such as the Dakota and Ojibwe, who inhabited the region for thousands of years. European settlers, primarily from Scandinavia and Germany, began to arrive in the 1800s.