15 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About The State Of North Dakota

If you think you know everything there is to know about the state of North Dakota, think again. Whether you're a resident of North Dakota or plan to visit soon, here are 15 interesting facts about North Dakota that you may or may not already know:

1. North Dakota is known as the Peace Garden State, the Flickertail State, and the Roughrider State.

2. The Wild Prairie Rose is the official state flower of North Dakota.

3. North Dakota is the least-visited state in the U.S.

4. The world's largest buffalo monument is located at Frontier Village in Jamestown. It's 26ft tall, 46ft long, and weighs a whopping 60 tons!

5. The American Elm is North Dakota's official state tree.

6. The town of Rugby is the geographical center of North America.

7. The world's largest hamburger was eaten in Rutland, North Dakota.

8. North Dakota has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the U.S.

9. Milk is North Dakota's official state beverage.

10. It's illegal to go dancing in Fargo while wearing a hat.

11. Most of the pasta in America is made from North Dakota durum wheat.

12. Dakota is the Sioux word for "friend" or "ally."

13. North Dakota grows more sunflowers than any other state.

14. With a population of fewer than 20, Maza is the smallest city in North Dakota.

15. North Dakota has more wildlife refuges than any other state.

Can you think of any other interesting facts about North Dakota? If so, please share them with us in the comments below.