Aside from the lush Green Mountains, scenic hiking trails, ski resorts, and charming towns, there are plenty of things about Vermont that might surprise you. If you're curious to know more about what makes the Green Mountain State unique, take a look at the following 14 fun facts about Vermont. Prepare to be amazed, surprised, and impressed by these cool facts about VT!

1. Vermont has the smallest capital city in the country.

Montpelier has a population of about 8000 which makes it the tiniest capital in the United States.

2. The largest city in Vermont has less than 50,000 residents.

Although Burlington is the biggest city in the Green Mountain State, it only has a population of about 45,000.

3. You won't find a skyscraper in Vermont.

While you won't find massive buildings in the Green Mountain state, the Decker Towers in Burlington stand at 124 feet.

4. Vermont produces the most maple syrup in the country.

Vermont makes about 2.5 million gallons of maple syrup every year!

5. Vermont is home to the Teddy Bear.

Thanks to the Vermont Teddy Bear Company, approximately 500,000 teddy bears are made in Vermont each year!

6. Billboards are banned.

Vermont is one of four states that have banned billboards. This ban has been in effect since 1968.

7. There are over 100 covered bridges in Vermont.

Along with the large number of bridges, Vermont has the most per square mile compared to the rest of the country.

8. Vermonters love the country.

You'll find more people living in rural areas compared to urban cities and towns.

9. Montpelier isn't a fan of chains.

You won't find a Starbucks, Mcdonald's, or Walmart in Vermont's capital city.

10. Vermont was the last state to get a Walmart.

It took until 1996 for Vermont to open its first Walmart.

11. Calvin Coolidge's Birthday...

Not only was President Coolidge born in Vermont; he was born on July 4th too!

12. Vermont was its own country.

This is a photo of the Republic of the Green Mountains flag. Before becoming part of the United States, Vermont was its own country from 1777 to 1791.

13. Vermont hogs love ice cream.

Ben and Jerry's donates their unused ice cream to local farms that use it to feed their hogs.

14. Vermont is home to the largest grilled cheese.

Per the Guinness Book of World Records, Cabot Creamery made the largest grilled cheese back in 2000. This gooey sandwich weighed over 300 pounds!

So, what do you think? Did these 14 fun facts about Vermont surprise you? Let us know in the comments section.

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