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1. Kansas City ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Springfield ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. St. Louis

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4. Ste. Genevieve

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5. Arrow Rock

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6. Bonne Terre Mine

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7. Boonville

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8. Caledonia

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9. Carthage

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10. Columbia

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11. Crestwood

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12. Eureka

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13. The Great River Road

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14. Hannibal

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15. Hermann

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16. Jefferson City

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17. Johnson’s Shut-Ins State Park

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18. Kimmswick

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19. Meramec Caverns

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20. Parkville

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21. Phillipsburg

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22. St. Charles

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23. Weston

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What makes Missouri one of the Midwest's loveliest states?
  • Answer: Missouri is one of the Midwest's loveliest states, butting up against the majestic Mississippi River's western banks.
  • Question: What historical significance does Missouri have?
  • Answer: The state is known for its connection to early American pioneer history, including the famed 1804-1806 Lewis and Clark Expedition to the Pacific Northwest.
  • Question: What historic sites can visitors explore in Missouri?
  • Answer: Visitors can day trip to a number of historic sites throughout the state, including the Mark Twain-related attractions of charming city Hannibal and the preserved historic buildings of Carthage, many of which are connected to the historic American Route 66.

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