Twin Cities, MN

About Twin Cities

• • Prince, the iconic musician, was born and raised in Minneapolis.
• • The Bundt pan was popularized by Nordic Ware, a Minneapolis-based company.
• • Flour milling along the Mississippi River established Minneapolis's early prominence.
• • Minneapolis has an extensive network of enclosed skyways downtown.
• • The Great Mill Disaster of 1878 reshaped Minneapolis's milling industry.
• • Its name comes from Minneapolis and St. Paul, incorporated as cities in 1867 and 1854.
• • With over 3.6 million people, it's the 16th-largest metro area in the U.S.
• • Minneapolis sits 830 feet above sea level, higher than Atlanta, Georgia.
• • Healthcare and manufacturing are major sectors in the Twin Cities economy.
• • A blend of urban energy and natural beauty creates a refreshingly balanced vibe.
• • The Minnesota Vikings, a local NFL team, lost four Super Bowls.
• • The 'Miracle on Ice' Olympic hockey game occurred in nearby Lake Placid.

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