Sioux Falls, SD

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Sioux Falls is the largest city in South Dakota with a population of just over 158,000. The history of Sioux Falls can be traced to the lure of the cascading Big Sioux River. The famous falls were created approximately 14,000 years at the time of the last ice age. The area has a rich Native American history prior to European settlement that includes Ho-Chunk, Otoe, Ioway, Quapaw, Osage, Kansa, and Cheyenne people.

Today Sioux Falls has much to offer visitors, starting with more than 50 parks including Falls Park which presents a free light and sound show recounting the city’s history. There is a 16 mile paved pathway that is excellent for biking and jogging.

Annual events include Sculpture Walk, LifeLight Festival and Festival of Bands. Minerva’s and Famous Dave’s and Spezia are among notable places to eat.

Sioux Falls has much to offer any visitor to the city. Don’t forget to check out the city’s replica of Michelangelo’s David.