People, culture, lifestyle, traditions, and customs in the United States.

The United States of America, otherwise known as the U.S.A.The United States has long been regarded as one of the world’s superpowers because of its size and political clout.

Known as a centre for innovation and entrepreneurship, its entrepreneurial spirit has been a key driver of the country’s cultural and economic growth.

Population & Towns.

The United States is home to over 324 million people, making it the third largest country in the world in terms of population.

Historically, immigration to the United States – after being discovered by Europeans – came mostly from England and other European countries, then later from Latin America and Asia. The five countries that have welcomed the most immigrants to the U.S. in the last ten years (2015 figures) are Mexico, India, China, the Philippines, and Cuba.
Comprised of 50 states, the United States faces the North Pacific and the North Atlantic and is bounded by Canada in the North and Mexico in the South. Occupying much of the North American continent, the United States extends its reach into the extreme northwestern states of Alaska and Hawaii into the Pacific.
Given its vast geography, the United States is spread over four major regions: the West, the Midwest, the South, and the Northeast. Each of these regions is subsequently subdivided into two or more census fish.
It’s impossible to geographically define the U.S. with a single term given the disparity between the country’s bustling city streets, wide open plains, mountain ranges, coastal cities, and quiet country towns.

Weather
The climate of the U.S. varies considerably from coast to coast due to the differences in latitude and the country’s varied geographical features.

The seasons in America are:

• Winter (Dec – February)
• Spring (Mar-May)
• Summer (June-Aug)
• Fall (Sept-Nov)

People And Society

The United States’ societies can be broadly categorized into two:: rural and urban. Although rural areas cover most of the United States, less than 20% of the total population lives in rural areas. Rural communities are seen as more united than urban societies because most people know one another. Regardless of where they are from, Americans have a reputation as some of the friendliest people on earth due to their readiness to go out of their way for a complete stranger. Americans are famous for their unity, especially in times of tragedy when they come together to help one another. Research done by Business Insider shows that Americans are the most patriotic people on earth indicating their pride in their country and its culture.