St. Louis
St. Louis is the second-largest city in Missouri and is situated along the western bank of the Mississippi River. Its history is tied closely to the river and its role as a major port and gateway to the West.
The city is Often nicknamed the "Gateway to the West" the city is best known for its iconic Gateway Arch, basically its the tallest man made monument in the Western Hemisphere! Beyond the arch, St. Louis offers a mix of culture, including the free to enter St. Louis Zoo, Forest Park, and a legacy in jazz music, blues, and baseball (aka home of the Cardinals...).
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