Bismarck Attractions

 
In the hope of attracting German capital the terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad was named after the German Chancellor. Having grown into a town, Bismarck became capital of the territory of Dakota in 1883. Features of interest are the art-deco State Capitol (1933-4) and, to the south of the twin town of Mandan, Fort Lincoln, from which Custer set out with units of the 7th U.S. Cavalry to encounter defeat at the hands of Cheyenne and Dakota Indians in the battle of the Little Bighorn; there is a museum in the fort.

Bismarck is the state capital of North Dakota. A pleasant city to visit it contains some interesting architecture, wonderful city parks, and a great zoo. The city is rich in history and those particularly interested in Lewis and Clark can even take a riverboat cruise to learn more. Culture is alive in Bismarck and the multitude of art shops and galleries are testament to this fact. Bismarck contains all the visitor amenities a traveler would expect including fine dining and comfortable accommodation.

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