
Minnesota is located in the upper midwest bordering Canada and Lake Superior, the largest of the Great Lakes. It is home to over 10,000 lakes and is the starting place of the Mississippi River. The “Twin Cities” of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, the state capitol, are dense with cultural landmarks, great restaurants, and award-winning theater. Minnesota’s geography is highly diverse and includes 66 state parks and one National Park which is Voyageurs National Park.