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South Dakota
AThe sparsely populated prairie state of South Dakota is home to the famous Black Hills, which are sacred to the Sioux and Cheyenne peoples. Visitors flock to this states natural and man-made areas of interest, with Mount Rushmore and the giant statue of Crazy Horse proving very popular.
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Getting There
Commercial airlines serve nine of the largest cities and towns, with Sioux Falls acting as the major gateway. Sioux Falls Regional Airport and Rapid City Regional Airport provide daily fights to and from Minneapolis (Minnesota). There is no rail service in South Dakota; however, Greyhound buses link the major towns with connections across the US.
By car, the major interstate highways in South Dakota are I-90, which crosses the state in an east-west direction and I-29, which runs from north to south, paralleling the states border with Minnesota and Iowa. State highways and roads connect the rest of the towns and scenic destinations.
Safety
Travellers should be careful when driving long distances through wilderness areas where there are few facilities. Make sure you have a full tank and bring along water in case of a breakdown. Those participating in outdoor activities may also be placing themselves at greater risk of accident and injury. It is advisable to take out travel insurance before you visit Idaho
Weather in South Dakota
South Dakota does have occasional days with average temperatures up to 32C but harsh winter temperatures are normal. There are broad temperature ranges, light tomoderate rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
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