The USA or the United States of America is a country located in North America. The term America is often used instead of the place name USA. A map of the United States shows that the country is bordered by Canada to the north and Mexico to the south. The total area of the country is 9,518,900 km2 (the fourth largest country in the world).
A detailed map of the United States shows that the country is divided into 50 states and the District of Columbia. In addition, the country includes some islands in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. The states are divided into 3141 districts. The US state map represents the largest cities in the country: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston. The capital of the USA is Washington.
America has the highest GDP level in the economy. Despite the 2008 crisis, which hit the American economy hard, the United States is one of the most developed countries in the world. The US economy is supported by high level largely due to natural resources, high-tech manufacturing, services, scientific research and software development.
The USA plays a significant role in world politics. After World War II, the country became one of the strongest states in the world. The United States is a member of NATO and the UN Security Council.
Historical reference
The USA was formed in 1776 from 13 British colonies. Until 1783, the country fought the War of Independence from British Empire. The Constitution was adopted in 1787, and the Bill of Rights was adopted in 1791. In the 1860s between the northern and southern states begins Civil War, which leads to the unification of the country and the prohibition of slavery.
After World War II, America, which suffered little from military action unlike European countries, became a leader in world politics. From 1946 to the 1980s it is carried out Cold War between the USA and the USSR.
EventsXXI century:
2003-2010 – military operations in Iraq
September 2005 – Hurricane Katrina, levee failure and flooding of New Orleans
2009 – President Barack Obama is inaugurated as the first African-American president
October 2012 – Hurricane Sandy, flooding of New York
Must Visit
A map of the USA in Russian is replete with attractions: from skyscrapers in New York to the Grand Canyon in Arizona. The largest cities in the USA are a must-visit: New York, Los Angeles, Washington, Chicago, Houston, San Francisco, Miami and San Diego.
It is recommended to visit the gaming capital of Las Vegas, Niagara Falls, Mississippi River Valley, national park The Grand Canyon, the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan in New York, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, the White House and memorial parks in Washington, Boldt Castle on Hart Island, the Willis Tower and Empire State Building skyscrapers, Disneyland in Florida , Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee.
Note to tourists
Gulrypsh - a holiday destination for celebrities
Is on Black Sea coast Abkhazia is an urban-type settlement called Gulrypsh, the appearance of which is closely connected with the name of the Russian philanthropist Nikolai Nikolaevich Smetsky. In 1989, due to his wife’s illness, they needed a change of climate. The matter was decided by chance.There are only two states in North America. One of them is the United States of America. Second country, Canada
The USA ranks fourth in the world in terms of area (9.5 million km²) and third in terms of population (327.0 million people). The length of the border is 14.7 thousand km, c. Detailed map The USA provides information that the state has a border with only three countries:
- combined -
- with Canada (8.9 thousand km) - in the north. In addition to land (13 states), the border with Canada runs along the water of four of the five Great Lakes (except Michigan).
- land -
- with Mexico (3.3 thousand km) in the south.
- sea -
- along the Bering Strait with the Russian Federation.
A feature of the external and internal (interstate) borders of the United States is their geometric type. In the central part of the country, the borders between many states are absolutely straight lines or river beds.
The US map in Russian is approximately two-thirds brown. Western part of the country to the coast Pacific Ocean- a huge plateau, smoothly turning into one of the greatest mountain systems- Cordillera. In the east of the country there are also mountains - the Appalachians. They are surrounded by a vast flat area:
- in the south - the states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida.
- in the east - the states of North and South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Pennsylvania.
One of the US states, Hawaii, is an archipelago of volcanic islands in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. In the mainland of the country, more than a hundred peaks have a height of more than 4,000 m. Another feature of the country’s geography is the location of the state of Alaska. He does not have common border with the main territory of the country. The border with Canada is a straight line with a length of 2,475 km. Here is located highest mountain USA - Denali (6190 m, until 2015 - McKinley).
USA on the world map: geography, nature and climate
The USA is one of the most recognizable countries on the world map. In addition to two oceans, the coastline of the country is washed from the south by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Every year, dozens of destructive hurricanes originate in its depths and pass through American territory. Climatic feature In the central and eastern states there are tornadoes - atmospheric vortices, during the passage of which the wind speed reaches 320 km/h.
The US water system includes more than 250,000 rivers, the largest of which, the Missouri, is 3,767 km long. The deepest and deepest river is the Missouri. On the border with Canada there are five freshwater lakes with a total water surface area of more than 244 thousand km², which are called Great Lakes:
- Ontario.
- Michigan.
- Huron.
- Upper.
Total dyne coastline– over 19 thousand km.
The USA is the only country in the world represented by all climatic zones: from the Arctic in the north of Alaska to the tropical in the south of the Florida Peninsula. The subsoil of the country is exceptionally rich in a variety of minerals. The flora of the central, eastern and northern parts of the country consists of broad-leaved and coniferous forests. Vegetation on the western prairies is very sparse. The geography of the region is represented by the huge and amazingly beautiful canyons of dried up rivers.
Map of the USA with cities: administrative division of the country
According to the law, the United States includes 50 states and the Federal Capital District of Columbia. Largest states:
- By territory:
- Alaska (center - Juneau) - 1,717,854 km².
- Texas (center - Austin) - 696,241 km².
- California (center - Sacramento) - 423,970 km².
- By population:
- California – 38.8 million people.
- Texas – 26.9 million people.
- Florida and New York – 19.8 million people each.
States are made up of counties. There are 3,141 of them in the country. The smallest number of counties in the state is 3 (Delaware), the largest is 254 (Texas). In the District of Columbia (area - 177 km²), separated in 1871 from the territory of the state of Maryland, the country's capital, Washington, is located.
The United States includes a number of overseas island territories. They are under different jurisdictions:
- incorporated - are part of the state.
- unincorporated are owned by the state.
According to the method of management, territories are divided into:
- organized - managed by local government.
- unorganized - managed by US central authorities.
The total number of overseas territories is 16, including:
- incorporated organized – 0.
- incorporated unorganized - 1. Also included in this category is the 12-mile maritime border zone and sea vessels under the US flag on the high seas.
- unincorporated organized – 4.
- unincorporated unorganized – 11.
A map of the USA with cities in Russian includes 9 cities with a population of more than a million people. The largest:
NY – The largest city USA (8.5 million people) covers an area of 1214.4 km² in the eastern part of the state of the same name on the coast Atlantic Ocean.. The city is located in an area with a humid subtropical climate. The average annual temperature is 12.7°C.
Los Angeles– the second most populous city in the USA (3.9 million people). Located in the subtropical area of Santa Monica Bay, Southern California. The length of Greater Los Angeles from north to south is almost 200 km. The average annual temperature is above 14°C, the maximum winter temperature is up to 21°C.
Chicago– the largest city in Illinois (2.7 million people). The county seat of Cook County on the shores of Lake Michigan. It is located in the continental climate zone. The average annual temperature is 10°C. Up to 1000 mm of precipitation falls in Chicago per year.
The United States of America is a huge multinational country where nations and cultures, traditions and customs are intertwined. This is a country of great opportunities, including for recreation.
America cannot be studied, much less understood, by visiting only one city or traveling to only one state. Each state in the USA is a separate world, with its own laws and orders, culture and outlook on life.
You can travel around the USA at least all year round. The vast territory of the country with its varied climatic conditions and a huge number of attractions is incredibly interesting for tourists from all over the world.
USA on the world map
Shown below interactive map USA in Russian from Google. You can move the map left and right, up and down with the mouse, and also change the scale of the map using the “+” and “-” icons, which are located at the bottom on the right side of the map, or using the mouse wheel. In order to find out where the USA is located on the world map, use the same method to reduce the scale of the map even further.
In addition to the map with the names of objects, you can look at Russia from a satellite if you click on the “Show satellite map” switch in the lower left corner of the map.
Below is another map of the United States. To see a full-size map of US states, click on it and it will open in a new window. You can also print it out and take it with you on the road.
You have been presented with the most basic and detailed maps of the United States, which you can always use to find an object of interest to you or for any other purposes. Have a nice trip!
USA mapDetailed map of the USA in Russian. Explore a map of the USA from satellite. Zoom in and see streets, houses, and landmarks on a map of the United States.
The entire stretching from ocean to ocean, the middle part of the territory USA is influenced by a continental climate. In the north, the border of the United States of America is represented by Canada, and in the south by Mexico. Alaska is located in the northwest of North America, separated by the Bering Strait from the Russian northeast. The Hawaiian Islands are an archipelago consisting of 24 islands.
Hawaiian Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean, in its central part. Hawaii is separated from the mainland by 4 kilometers of Pacific water. In addition to the Hawaiian Islands, the largest and most famous are also: Maui, Kahulawi, Oahu, Kauai. All these islands are mountainous and low.
Generally, USA climate temperate, in the southern part of the country - subtropical. The midwest and northeast of the country have fairly long winters, with temperatures dropping below zero. But winter in the southern part of the United States is very warm and sunny. Spring and autumn are ideal for relaxation.
The southern coast of California always enjoys warm weather. On the coast of Florida and the Hawaiian Islands the climate is maritime and tropical. From May to November the islands are under the influence of tropical cyclones. At this time the amount of precipitation is maximum. But, nevertheless, the rains are not long, and most of the time, the sun still shines.
Population of the United States of America, mostly migrants. Approximately 15 million of the population are of Hispanic, Puerto Rican or Mexican descent. About 12 percent of the population is African American, numbering approximately 26.5 million people. There are about one and a half million Indians in the country.
There are five time zones in the country, hence the difference with Moscow is 7-12 hours. The country's official language is English, but French and Spanish are also common. The population of the United States professes all religions of the world, however, the most widespread is Protestantism.
The country's population has a number of characteristics. For example, Americans do not like stiffness; they dress in clothes that are comfortable for them, without thinking too much about how they look. When communicating, they address each other simply, even if there is a significant age difference between the interlocutors. And, of course, Americans are proud of their country and their origins. The population of the USA is approximately 313 million people. The United States of America consists of 50 equal states that have their own constitution and laws.
California is most often called the Golden State. It's funny to note that 12% of locals here are unemployed. However, there is another side - this is where 88 billionaires live, more than 10,000 families have a total annual budget of more than $30,000,000.
Map of the USA showing all American states
All this does not prevent California from having colossal debts, but thanks to Hollywood and Silicon Valley, this situation is gradually improving.
The next richest states are Florida and Illinois.
Lowest taxes
Delaware State Road Map
Delaware's tax charges are quite moderate at first glance attractive place, but in fact, low taxes are a necessary measure to ensure the livelihood of the state.
Wyoming
There is no income tax, trade - 4%, fuel - $0.24. 
The state of Wyoming has large revenues from the sale of rights to extract natural resources - oil and minerals. Thanks to this, taxes are very low here.
Louisiana
State income tax is 2-6%, fuel surcharge is $0.2, and sales tax is 4%. 
The Sugar State is famous not only for the production of sugar from cane, but is also a second producer of oil and gas.
The largest Russian diasporas
When a person travels to a foreign country, he is always interested in where his former compatriots prefer to settle on its territory. Someone strives to these places, wanting to be among their own, someone avoids overly popularized places, but in any case, it is better to know where Russians live in America.
Texas, Houston
The local Russian community is represented mainly by a scientific social group. The fact is that in Houston there is a space center, as well as oil producers.
Russian-American cooperation has led to the formation of a stable Russian diaspora in Houston - there is Cultural Center, a small theater and even a Russian newspaper.
You can find books in your native language at your local library. About 54,000 Russians live in Texas, more than 30,000 of them in Houston.
Detailed map of Texas showing all cities
Washington, Seattle
Map of Washington showing roads
California, San Francisco
The Californian Russian diaspora is significantly different from all others - there are several clan associations that are strictly ranked. The most influential is the oldest community - the descendants of its current members arrived in the United States back in the 19th century.
The second community - on Gieri Boulevard - consists of those who arrived not so long ago.
The third relates to Silicon Valley. 
Map of the distribution of American states by region
Due to the proximity of the ocean, the climate is slightly more humid, but the local population has such advantages as good beaches and seafood at relatively low prices.
Map of New Jersey showing all cities
In addition to the described Mid-Atlantic states, New England is also popular - New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, Connecticut. Once upon a time, the first pilgrims settled here.
To this day, you can meet representatives of the most different countries. New England is a very safe region. Climatic conditions Here they are close to continental ones, nature is rich in colors and gifts. The towns here are quite small, and the local population likes the silence.
