Alaska vs. USA Mainland: You Won't Believe the Size Difference!

Thinking about the vastness of the United States? Well, prepare to have your mind blown when we compare Alaska to the rest of the USA! It's not just big; it's staggeringly big.

Alaska is more than twice the size of Texas, making it the largest state by a *massive* margin. In fact, you could fit California, Texas, and Montana inside Alaska and still have room to spare! Imagine that. It’s roughly one-fifth the size of the entire contiguous United States (the lower 48).

This immense size contributes to Alaska's diverse landscape, from towering mountains and glaciers to vast stretches of tundra and coastline. So, next time you picture the USA, remember Alaska – the land of giants – and its colossal contribution to the nation's geography. It puts everything else into perspective, doesn’t it?