Delaware, located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, is the second smallest state in the country. In fact, it is 96 miles long and spans 9 to 35 miles across. The climate in Delaware is between a humid subtropical climate and continental climate.
This state is composed of three counties, New Castle, Kent, and Sussex, which all have their own legislative bodies. Wilmington is Delaware’s largest city.
Most residents in Delaware are employed either in government, education, pharmaceutical companies, banking, automotive manufacturing, and farming. The state is known as a corporate haven and is home to over 50% of U.S. publicly-traded corporations.
For recreational purposes, Delaware has several museums and historical sites. It is also home to the longest twin suspension bridge in the world. Huge festivals are held in Rehoboth Beach annually including the Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Festival and the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival.
Residents in Delaware can get around by car by taking any of Delaware’s six U.S. highways or any of its state highways. There is also a bicycle route that spans the state and over 1,400 bridges. DART First State, the public transportation system, was named “Most Outstanding Public Transportation System” in 2003 by the American Public Transportation System. This includes buses, taxes, and railroads.