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Kansas City, Missouri, situated within 250 miles of both the population and
geographic centers of the country, is often called “the Heart of
America.” But throughout its history the city has been known by a
number of other names as well. In its early days the
settlement-turned-town-then-city earned a number of nicknames,
including “Possumtrot,” “the Town of Kansas,” “Chouteau’s Town,”
“Westport Landing” and “Kawsmouth.” The name “Kansas City” first came
into use in the late 1800s and reflects the name of the Native American
Kansas tribe who once lived in the region.
Kansas City offers a wealth of attractions. The striking landscape
includes wide boulevards, beautiful parks, fantastic architecture and
more than 200 fountains. The city's diversions include world-class
museums, a vibrant arts scene, superb shopping and great blues and jazz
clubs.
The self-proclaimed "haunted house capital of the world," Kansas City is also home to two of the nation's largest haunted houses, as well as lots of Halloween festivities. To read more, click here.
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