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Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is bordered by Washington to the north, Idaho to the east, Nevada and California to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. The capital of Oregon is Salem, while its largest city is Portland.

Geography[edit]

Oregon is known for its diverse landscapes, which include the Cascade Range, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Oregon Coast. The state is also home to Crater Lake National Park, which features the deepest lake in the United States.

History[edit]

The area that is now Oregon was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before the arrival of European settlers. The Oregon Trail was a major route for settlers moving west in the 19th century. Oregon became the 33rd state of the United States on February 14, 1859.

Economy[edit]

Oregon's economy is driven by various industries, including technology, agriculture, and forestry. The state is a leading producer of hazelnuts, and it is also known for its wine production, particularly Pinot noir.

Education[edit]

Oregon is home to several notable institutions of higher education, including the University of Oregon in Eugene and Oregon State University in Corvallis.

Culture[edit]

Oregon has a rich cultural scene, with a strong emphasis on music, art, and literature. The state is known for its independent film industry and hosts the annual Portland International Film Festival.

Environment[edit]

Oregon is committed to environmental conservation and sustainability. The state has numerous state parks and protected areas, and it is a leader in renewable energy initiatives.

Transportation[edit]

Oregon's transportation infrastructure includes a network of highways, railroads, and public transit systems. The Portland International Airport is the largest airport in the state.

Government[edit]

Oregon's government is divided into three branches: the executive, led by the Governor; the legislative, consisting of the Oregon Legislative Assembly; and the judicial, headed by the Oregon Supreme Court.

Demographics[edit]

Oregon has a diverse population, with a mix of urban and rural communities. The state is known for its progressive policies and high quality of life.

Gallery[edit]

Crater Lake
Mt. Hood
Oregon Köppen
Ethnic origins in Oregon
Oregon population
Shirley Gamble and Haroldine DeBord, 1946

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+[[File:2014-07-06 14 49 35 View north along Harney County Route 201 (Fields-Denio Road) at the end of Nevada State Route 292 (Denio Road) at the Oregon border in Denio, Nevada.JPG|Oregon|thumb]]
+[[File:Paul Shoaway, Umatilla Indian, in ceremonial dress, Washington (4951753872).jpg|Paul Shoaway, Umatilla Indian, in ceremonial dress|left|thumb]]
+[[File:Monument near Coos Bay, Oregon, of Francis Drake's first North American Encounter.jpg|Monument near Coos Bay, Oregon, of Francis Drake's first North American Encounter|thumb]]
+[[File:Franchere fort astoria 1813.jpg|Franchere fort astoria 1813|thumb]]
+[[File:Antilocapra americana.jpg|Antilocapra americana|thumb]]
+'''Oregon''' is a state in the [[Pacific Northwest]] region of the [[United States]]. It is bordered by [[Washington (state)|Washington]] to the north, [[Idaho]] to the east, [[Nevada]] and [[California]] to the south, and the [[Pacific Ocean]] to the west. The capital of Oregon is [[Salem, Oregon|Salem]], while its largest city is [[Portland, Oregon|Portland]].
+=== Geography ===
+Oregon is known for its diverse landscapes, which include the [[Cascade Range]], the [[Columbia River Gorge]], and the [[Oregon Coast]]. The state is also home to [[Crater Lake National Park]], which features the deepest lake in the United States.
+=== History ===
+The area that is now Oregon was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before the arrival of European settlers. The [[Oregon Trail]] was a major route for settlers moving west in the 19th century. Oregon became the 33rd state of the United States on February 14, 1859.
+=== Economy ===
+Oregon's economy is driven by various industries, including [[technology]], [[agriculture]], and [[forestry]]. The state is a leading producer of [[hazelnuts]], and it is also known for its [[wine]] production, particularly [[Pinot noir]].
+=== Education ===
+Oregon is home to several notable institutions of higher education, including the [[University of Oregon]] in [[Eugene, Oregon|Eugene]] and [[Oregon State University]] in [[Corvallis, Oregon|Corvallis]].
+=== Culture ===
+Oregon has a rich cultural scene, with a strong emphasis on [[music]], [[art]], and [[literature]]. The state is known for its [[independent film]] industry and hosts the annual [[Portland International Film Festival]].
+=== Environment ===
+Oregon is committed to environmental conservation and sustainability. The state has numerous [[state parks]] and [[protected areas]], and it is a leader in [[renewable energy]] initiatives.
+=== Transportation ===
+Oregon's transportation infrastructure includes a network of [[highways]], [[railroads]], and [[public transit]] systems. The [[Portland International Airport]] is the largest airport in the state.
+=== Government ===
+Oregon's government is divided into three branches: the [[executive]], led by the [[Governor of Oregon|Governor]]; the [[legislative]], consisting of the [[Oregon Legislative Assembly]]; and the [[judicial]], headed by the [[Oregon Supreme Court]].
+=== Demographics ===
+Oregon has a diverse population, with a mix of urban and rural communities. The state is known for its progressive policies and high quality of life.
+== Gallery ==
 <gallery>
-File:2014-07-06 14 49 35 View north along Harney County Route 201 (Fields-Denio Road) at the end of Nevada State Route 292 (Denio Road) at the Oregon border in Denio, Nevada.JPG|Oregon
-File:Paul Shoaway, Umatilla Indian, in ceremonial dress, Washington (4951753872).jpg|Paul Shoaway, Umatilla Indian, in ceremonial dress
-File:Monument near Coos Bay, Oregon, of Francis Drake's first North American Encounter.jpg|Monument near Coos Bay, Oregon, of Francis Drake's first North American Encounter
-File:Franchere fort astoria 1813.jpg|Franchere fort astoria 1813
 File:Crater Lake - panoramio.jpg|Crater Lake
 File:Mt. Hood (8081466807).jpg|Mt. Hood
-File:Antilocapra americana.jpg|Antilocapra americana
 File:Oregon Köppen.svg|Oregon Köppen
-File:Oregon population growth.png|Oregon population growth
 File:Ethnic origins in Oregon.png|Ethnic origins in Oregon
 File:OregonPop12.jpg|Oregon population
 File:Shirley Gamble and Haroldine DeBord, 1946 (5836929896).jpg|Shirley Gamble and Haroldine DeBord, 1946
 </gallery>
+[[Category:Oregon]]
+{{Oregon topics}}