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15 Stunning Photos That Will Remind You Why Iowa Is The Best State

By Michaela Kendall | Published September 07, 2015

Iowa is a state like no other. Located right in the heart of the country, we have a bit of everything to offer. From rolling hills to steep cliffs, and cool, rocky streams to bright blue lakes with sandy beaches, Iowa truly is an amazing place, and here are 15 photos to remind you of that.

1. Iowa is so much more than flat land and cornfields.

2. We have beautiful lakes and beaches all around the state.

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3. And charming barns just about anywhere you go.

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4. Our bridges are so beautiful, they made a movie about them.

5. And there's nothing like a scenic drive on a back road in western Iowa.

6. We have towering cliffs, and ancient limestone bluffs.

7. We have some of the best farmland in the country, and the cutest little farms you'll ever see.

8. Our landscapes are simple, but stunning.

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9. And you can't beat watching the sunset on a gravel road.

10. We have breathtakingly beautiful caves full of mystery and adventure.

11. And the Mississippi River makes a beautiful picture from the top of our bluffs.

12. Our state parks, like Pikes Peak, offer a once-in-a-lifetime view.

13. And our skies are perfect for watching the stars.

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14. Even our storms are beautiful.

15. Iowa is a magical place to be, and there's nowhere else like it.

Is this heaven? No, it’s Iowa, but it’s easy to see where you could get confused.

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