The Hoosier State: Fascinating Indiana Facts You May Not Know

Indiana, known as the "Crossroads of America," is a Midwestern state with a rich history and vibrant culture. Indiana is called the “Crossroads of America” because of its central location and well-developed transportation infrastructure. It is a literal "crossroads" because of the major routes that converge through it.

Indiana’s largest city and capital is Indianapolis, which lies almost dead in the center of the state. The next two largest cities are Fort Wayne and Evansville. Both of these trail Indianapolis pretty significantly, however, when it comes to population.