This quite state sits at the center of one of America's most important natural regions. #nebraska #oregontrail #cornhuskerstate #usstates #USAFacts

This quiet state sits at the center of one of America's most important natural regions. Nebraska may look like endless farmland, but this state has some surprising secrets. Nebraska became the 37th state in 1867 and is known as the Corn Husker state. The state is one of America's biggest agricultural producers, especially for corn, soybeans, beef, and cattle. Nebraska is also home to the sand hills. One of the largest grass-stabilized sand dune regions in the world. The famous Oregon Trail crossed Nebraska, bringing thousands of pioneers westward during the 1800s. Nebraska's largest city Omaha grew into a major transportation and business center because of its location near the Missouri river. The state is also home to Chimney Rock, one of the most recognizable landmarks along the historic Oregon Trail. Nebraska has some of the darkest skies in America, making parts of the state excellent for stargazing. And here's something most people don't expect. Nebraska is one of the few states in America with no natural lakes, most of its lakes are manmade.