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Boise is the capital of Idaho, the U.S state. The abundant green trees at the site, gave the city the name Boise which means "wooded". It is also known as 'City of Trees'. Boise was incorporated as a city in 1864. It then became the capital of Idaho in 1865 replacing Lewiston. It is the county seat of Ada County and the principal city of the Boise metropolitan area, the Treasure Valley. The city is also the largest city in the state.
Area & Location: Lies in the shadow of the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, Boise is located at 43°36'49? Latitude North and 116°14'16? Longitude West. The city has a total area of 165.7 sq. km with 165.2 sq. km of land and 0.5 sq. km of water. Around 193,161 reside in the city with a density of 1,147.4 per sq. km.
Tourist Attractions: The city's many beautiful and relaxing spots have made it a popular tourist destination.
Transportation: Boise Airport is the main airport that serves the city. Public bus transportation helps in the commutation of passengers from one place to another. The extensive road network eases the journey through the city.
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Hotels: Boise hotels are the favorite lounge of the tourists visiting the city. The facilities available in these hotels including swimming pools give a home away from home feeling to its customers. Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum, Inn America A Budget Motel, Residence Inn Boise, Courtyard Boise, Harrison Plaza Suite Hotel, Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, AmeriTel Inn - Boise Towne Square, Red Lion ParkCenter Suites, Statehouse Inn, Shilo Inn, Oxford Suites Boise and Shilo Inn Boise Riverside are some of the best hotels in the city.
Places of Attraction: The city offers a number of recreational facilities to its people. A walk through Ann Morrison Park, Platt Gardens and Botanical Gardens is a respite to those who prefer a break from their hectic work schedules. Hiking and biking in the foothills, winter activities, including cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing hosted by the Bogus Basin Mountain Resort provides a wonderful experience. The World Center for Birds of Prey, weaponry museum and Boise National Forest are the other attractions of the city. The Corinthian style capitol building and St Michael's Episcopal Cathedral with rare Tiffany glass windows are examples of architectures in the city.
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