 | Note: For the Hungarian region of the same name, see Great Hungarian Plain. |
The Great Plains of the United States is a wide open grassland between the Rocky Mountains (United States) | Rocky Mountains and the forests of the Midwest. While most of the land consists of farms and pastures and the Great Plains are also home to the Badlands and Black Hills, with the iconic Mount Rushmore.
States
States and cities of the Great Plains region
| North Dakota For travelers interested in going off the beaten path, it offers outdoor activities, scenic nature, and Indigenous cultures of North America |
| South Dakota Known for the Badlands and Black Hills, including Mount Rushmore, and for its Native American sites. |
| Nebraska Nebraska has a reputation of being a flat, monotonous region of farm and ranch land, but those who venture off the heavily traveled Interstate 80 corridor discover that Nebraska does have a subtle, wide-open beauty that is all its own. |
| Kansas Located in the geographic center of the nation, Kansas is particularly appealing if you are interested in the history of the American West. Also famous for being the "no place like home" that Dorothy wants to return to in "The Wizard of Oz". |
| Oklahoma A rich Native American past and continuing pioneer spirit. Paralleling the Rocky Mountains (United States of America) |
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Other Muslim Friendly Cities in Great Plains
- Fargo
- Kansas City (Kansas) | Kansas City, Kansas – a city that straddles the border between Kansas and Missouri
- Lincoln (Nebraska) | Lincoln
- Oklahoma City
- Omaha
- Rapid City — near the Black Hills National Forest|Black Hills of South Dakota
- Sioux Falls
- Tulsa
- Wichita
Other Muslim Friendly Destinations in Great Plains
American bison k5680-1 - An American Bison grazes on the plains
- Badlands National Park — a multitude of cliffs and canyons
- Black Hills National Forest — one of the few mountainous areas on the Great Plains
- Chimney Rock National Historic Site
- Jewel Cave National Monument
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial — four presidents' faces carved into a mountain
- Scotts Bluff National Monument
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park
- Standing Rock Indian Reservation
Demonstration for Palestine and Gaza in Great Plains
Dear Supporters of the Palestinian Cause in Great Plains,
We are excited to announce a peaceful demonstration in support of the People of Palestine, set to take place in Great Plains over the next three days. This event is an opportunity for us to come together and raise our voices and the Palestinian Flag for a just and peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.
We want to emphasize that this demonstration is intended to be a peaceful and respectful gathering. Our goal is to show solidarity with the people of Palestine and call for a peaceful solution to the conflict. It is crucial that we maintain a peaceful and respectful atmosphere throughout the event.
Important Guidelines:
To ensure the success of our demonstration and to maintain a peaceful environment, we kindly ask all participants to adhere to the following guidelines:
Peaceful Protest: This is a non-violent demonstration. We do not condone any form of violence or vandalism.
Respect for Law Enforcement: Please treat law enforcement officers in Great Plains with respect and follow their instructions. Do not engage in confrontations with them.
Leave No Trace: Dispose of any trash responsibly and leave the demonstration area clean.
Thank you for your commitment to our peaceful demonstration in Great Plains, and let us stand together for a better future for all.
In solidarity,eHalal Great Plains
Great Plains Halal Travel Guide
While some on either coast might label this part of the nation "flyover country" it is not without charms, especially in terms of nature and wildlife. Mount Rushmore and the Indigenous cultures of North America|Native American legacy and the spirit of the Old West are part of the cultural charms of this region.
Local Language in Great Plains
English is by far the most spoken and widely understood language. Historically indigenous American languages were spoken by many in this area, but nowadays those that speak them will usually also speak equal if not better English. Historically this was one of the areas with the most German legacy, but the use of German as a first language died out during the World Wars when it was seen as unpatriotic and arose (sometimes justified) suspicions of imperial or Nazi sympathies. Today few people speak anything above and beyond a few words of German.
Travel as a Muslim to Great Plains
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- See also: [[air travel in the USA]]
Air-travel is fastest and probably the most practical way of entering the Great Plains region. Many smaller cities in this region are serviced by the Midwestern airport hubs of Chicago (IATA Flight Code: ORD and IATA Flight Code: MDW), Kansas City (Missouri) | Kansas City, MO, or Minneapolis, Western hub Denver Airport|Denver, or Texan hubs Dallas and Houston. From those large airports, smaller commuter flights are available into many small city airports such as Fargo or Grand Forks, North Dakota; Rapid City or Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, Kearney, McCook, Scottsbluff and Alliance, Nebraska; Salina, Wichita or Topeka, Kansas; and Tulsa or Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Travel by train to Great Plains
Amtrak serves part of this region. While trains are often not much faster than buses (if that) and usually not cheaper than flying for all but the shortest trips what they offer in views, legroom and sheer style of travel at least to some more than make up for those downsides and thus Amtrak has posted record riderships for most of the years since 2000.
By car
Most of the region is connected to the interstate highway system. Some roads in rural areas are in a very bad state however.
Travel on a Bus in Great Plains
Intercity buses in the US
How to get around in Great Plains
By car
Generally by automobile. On the whole, this is one of the worst regions for touring the United States without a car.
By train or bus
Greyhound bus has several routes through here as well and there is very limited passenger rail service.
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Many larger cities have regular air-commuter service to larger hub airports. Smaller towns may have smaller commuter flights with more limited service.
What to see in Great Plains
The Great Plains is not packed with sights. In fact, it's not packed with much of anything—these are some of the lowest density states in the union, iconic for their wide, flat, open spaces. The largest cities of Kansas City, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Omaha all have a number of modest attractions, although a visitor to the United States probably wouldn't go out of their way to find them. The one big exception, however, are the Black Hills and Badlands of southwestern South Dakota, which is home to several of quite literally the nation's biggest attractions: in particular, Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer|Crazy Horse Memorial, as well as an enormous range of rugged and mountainous terrain, filled with Wild West cowboy towns and big game animals.
Nature
- Great numbers of wildlife can be observed here including Whitetail deer, otters, badgers, pronghorn, prairie dogs, coyotes as well as Elk and Buffalo in wildlife refuges as well as other managed areas
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park in Western North Dakota
- Badlands National Park in Western South Dakota
- Black Hills National Forest in Western South Dakota
- Sandhills in North Central Nebraska
- Many National Grasslands dot this region
Halal Tours and Excursions in Great Plains
- Lewis and Clark Trail
- Oregon Trail
- Santa Fe Trail
Top Muslim Travel Tips for Great Plains
- Visit County/State Fairs generally occurring during the fall months, admission is usually charged
- Rodeo (event) | Rodeos
- Horseback riding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Museums
- Storm chasing
- Hiking
- Fishing (licenses required, purchased at sports shops and larger stores such as Wal-Mart or grocery stores in the region)
- Hunting (licenses required, hunters safety requirements vary by state)
Halal Restaurants in Great Plains
- Free Ice Water at Wall Drug, Wall, South Dakota
Stay safe as a Muslim in Great Plains
The Great Plains are the location of "Tornado Alley", a multi-state region where tornadoes are more frequent on average during the spring and summer months. See Tornado safety for more information. While it is somewhat rare for tourists to experience tornadoes, severe thunderstorms containing frequent lightning, strong winds, hail and heavy rains are common during the spring and summer months as well. When weather conditions deteriorate listen to local radio stations for information ("Weather Radio Information" roadsigns are fairly common on interstates) The northern areas of this region are susceptible to blizzards and bitter cold temperatures during the winter; while southern regions sometimes face severe ice events. When driving cross-country in the winter, be prepared as Interstates often close during severe winter weather events.
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