Great American Desert

Historically referred to as the “Great American Desert,” Nebraska is located in the Great Plains region of the United States. Notably, it is the only state in the country that is triply landlocked, meaning that to reach the nearest body of water, one must traverse three other states.

The state’s name originates from the Omaha language words Ní Btháska and the Otoe word Ñí Brásge, both translating to “flat water.”

Nebraska is divided into 93 counties, which are situated in two distinct time zones: the eastern portion adheres to Central Time, while the western section follows Mountain Time.

An interesting fact is that Nebraska’s Lied Jungle rainforest hosts the largest indoor rainforest globally. Additionally, the “911” emergency call system was initially implemented in Lincoln, Nebraska’s capital.

The region was originally inhabited by Indigenous tribes such as Omaha, Otoe, Pawnee, and Missouria for thousands of years before European settlers from Spain and France sought control. Nebraska became the 37th state of the U.S., officially joining the union in 1867.

Rich in history, geography, and culture, Nebraska remains one of the least visited states. Let’s delve into some of the hidden attractions this state has to offer.