Alaska is a fascinating state, being the largest in the Union. It’s also a geographical phenomenon, being the country’s ...

Alaska is a fascinating state, being the largest in the Union. It’s also a geographical phenomenon, being the country’s official north, east, and west ends. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, if ...

Alaska is celebrating its 60th Alaska Day today. The state holiday commemorates the day in 1867 when the Russian Empire signed over the lands of Alaska to the United States. Alaska Natives, of course, ...

Located 500 miles away from the nearest state, there’s likely a lot you haven’t heard about Alaska. Here are 25 facts about the last frontier. 1. Dog mushing is the official state sport. 2. The state ...

On March 30, 1867, the territory of Alaska was officially purchased by the United States from Russia. Above, the Tsirku River winds through forest as seen in an aerial view near Haines, in ...