The 11 Biggest Secrets That Only True South Dakotans Know

Sure, Mount Rushmore is great, but did you know that we also have several caves, national parks, stellar food, and epic shopping, to name a few? Actually, maybe we shouldn't spread the word about this... then we can keep the tourists more contained!

Listen: Our Oma (who immigrated here from Germany, by the way) taught us her recipe for kolache, kuchen, and different breads, which we in-turn share with our children and grandchildren, meaning we have a little piece of the old country right here in SoDak! Don't feel like baking it yourself? That's where bakeries like Sioux Falls' famous Queen City (pictured) come in, which serves some of the best pastries, desserts, and sandwiches you will ever taste!

Yeah, yeah, Colorado is great for fishing and camping, but have you ever sunk your sinker into the waters of the Angostura Recreation Area? And you call yourself an outdoorsmen...

From an actual chunk of the Berlin Wall to European-inspired churches to authentic Asian grocers, South Dakota allows you to travel the world without needing a passport.

It's tough to be here, isn't it?

Do you know the term "Midwest nice"? I'm almost positive it was coined after a South Dakotan, for our natives will give you the shirt off our back and bring a casserole to anyone in need.

It isn't just the winters, but every season here in South Dakota!

...and we aren't mad about it! (Actually, we may get minimal traffic come summertime when bikers and vacationers are in town, but we've learned to deal... also, come harvest, we may get slowed down by a tractor or two.)

Did you know that South Dakota is home to dozens of stellar breweries? Do yourself a favor and try them all! (Pictured is A Homestead Brew in Valley Springs.)

After reading all of the above, can you really disagree?!