The United States of America (commonly referred to as the United States, the U.S., the USA, or America) is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district.The country is situated mostly in central North America, where its forty-eight contiguous states and Washington, D.C., the capital district, lie between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, bordered by Canada to the north and Mexico to the south.The state of Alaska is in the northwest of the continent, with Canada to the east and Russia to the west across the Bering Strait.The country also possesses several territories in the Caribbean and Pacific. New York City is the largest city in US.

The United States is the third or fourth largest country by total area, and the third largest both by land area and population. It is one of the world's most ethnically diverse and multicultural nations, the product of large-scale immigration from many countries The U.S. economy is the largest national economy in the world.

US life and culture - Americans are very proud of their country and their way of life. They value what they have.They also have great respect for those who serve or have served in the armed forces.

Weekends and vacations are always full of activities. Americans enjoy outdoor activities all year round. Depending on the region, popular activities include sailing, hiking, mountain climbing, camping, and skiing. They also love to participate in sports, and there are countless leagues for players of all ages and skill levels.

Climate and weather in USA
The United States of America covers a large region, stretching from east to west across six time zones and therefore it is no surprise that the country has a varied climate, ranging from arctic regions to deserts.

California, on the west coast of the US, has a pleasant, Mediterranean climate, and the Pacific Northwest Coast has more of a maritime climate, with cooler summers and mild winters, influenced by westerly winds. The central part of the US has extreme temperature variations and a continental climate - with cold winters and hot summers (with tornadoes).

The eastern central US tends to be more humid, while the western central US is semiarid. The east side of the country has a continental climate caused by air masses moving from west to east, with hot summers and a prevalence of tornadoes in the Mississippi River area. Florida has the warmest winters on the eastern seaboard.

It is recommended that travellers research the climate in the specific state they wish to visit when choosing when to travel.

Why study in USA ?
The US hosts more international students than any other country in the world. These international students from every continent in the world choose to study in the US because they believe that the US education would offer them the best preparations for their future.

US universities, US colleges and US schools constantly rank very high in world rankings, just one of the reasons to study in the US. Schools such as Harvard University, Stanford University, MIT, Julliard, Berklee School of Music, West Point are all world famous and welcomes international students.

The US offers international students the most exciting, rewarding and comprehensive array of study options in the world. International students who choose to study in the US have almost unlimited study choices.

Benefits of US Study -
• World class learning institutions
• Endless study choices
• Worldwide recognition
• Supporting industries, training & research
• People from Varied Cultures
• Latest Technology
• Flexible Education System
• Comprehensive and Global Curriculum
• Campus Life Worth Experiencing

Popular Places

US States :

• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California

US Cities :

• New York
• Washington D.C.
• Boston
• Los Angeles
• San Francisco

National Parks :

• Yellowstone
• Death Valley
• Yosemite
• Badlands

Tourist Attractions :

• The White House
• The Statue of Liberty
• Niagara Falls
• The Grand Canyon
• Mount Rushmore