Juneau , the capitol city of the U.S. State of Alaska, is famous for its natural beauty. Named after gold prospector Joe Juneau, the city of Juneau earns big revenue for Alaska through its tourism industry. Juneau is also an important fishing and mining center in Alaska.
Juneau enjoys a mild marine climate. The most striking aspect of Juneau climate is that during summer this place experiences the midnight sun and the effects of the northern lights in winter. Unlike the interior of Alaska where the winters are very cold, in Juneau winter cold is not unbearable. The climate of Juneau makes it ideal for hiking, skiing, sledding and other outdoor activities. The average annual rainfall in Juneau ranges from fifty five inches to over ninety inches.
Juneau became famous in 1800 with the discovery of gold mines.
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Till then Juneau was a fishing ground for local Tlingit Indians. The early gold prospectors set up a 160 acre town on the beach where gold was found that later developed into a thriving mining station. But the gold rush did not last for long and Juneau soon turned into a center of hard-rock mining. Finally in 1906 Juneau was made into the capitol of Alaska.
The main attraction of Juneau lies in the wide variety of adventure activities that one can enjoy in this city and its surrounding areas. The grandeur of Alaskan glaciers can be best seen from Juneau. Juneau is also rich in wildlife. In Juneau you get to watch sea lions, harbor seals, Sitka Black Trail Deer and the sea otters in their natural habitat. One can also partake of the exciting winter sports in Juneau. Juneau is the perfect paradise for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, rafting, trekking, sledding, mountaineering, you can indulge in all this and many more.
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