Maryland means America in Miniature. As per a recent survey conducted in August 2007, Maryland is the richest state in the US. If you refer to the Map of Maryland, Maryland is equal to the European country of Belgium in size. As per the Map of Maryland it was the seventh State to become a part of the union on the US Map. During American Revolution, Maryland was one of the 13 colonies that revolted in opposition to British ruling. The Map of Maryland shows its importance in the US.

Maryland doesn’t have natural lakes, but there are many man-made lakes, which attract the tourists of Maryland.  Even Maryland’s soil is not soft and smooth, but it is more like sandy and muddy making it difficult to travel. Maryland’s climate also varies across the State, especially due to its size and geographical location, but in most places it is humid. The rainfall across the State is fairly even, which ranges from 40-45 inches annually.

One natural misfortune that Maryland residents have to face each year is tropical cyclone, and sometimes a small hurricane (category 3 or less). However in recent years, even this catastrophe seems to attract tourists of Maryland.  Maryland is also home for action-packed sports, and you can also enjoy 4 seasons of recreational sports like skiing, sailing and golfing. A Journey across Maryland is an unforgettable experience to many tourists.