There are plenty of places in Minnesota that captivate visitors and residents with their phenomenal views. From the Twin Cities to the Northwoods, there are a few particularly famous places that together showcase the best of Minneaota, and totally define our state.

1. The Stone Arch Bridge.
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The views of downtown Minneapolis and the Stone Arch Bridge are some of the most photographed in MN and highlight the beautiful historic and modern sides of the Twin Cities.
2. The views of Duluth from Enger Tower are just the start of what Minnesota's North Shore has to offer.
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3. Views of the mountains not only prove that MN is much more than flat woods and prairie, but define the northern part of our state.
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4. The amazing scenery seen from Shovel Point is another definitive North Shore view.
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5. Minneapolis viewed from the Foshay Tower.
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Another iconic Minneapolis view seen and captured by many.
6. The Mississippi Headwaters.
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Another stunning and famous MN landscape, it's no wonder Itasca State Park is one of the most visited in MN.
7. The State Capitol.
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In St. Paul, the State Capitol is obviously THE defining building of MN.

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8. The scenery from Gunflint Trail.
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This entire drive through Northern Minensota produces unparalleled views.
9. The scenery from Hermann Heights.
Flickr/Doug Kerr
Gorgeous small town MN from this famous monument.
10. Minneapolis from Lake Calhoun.
Flickr/Wendy Berry
Another very popular, very beautiful view that shows what MN is all about, even in the city - lakes!
11. View from Barn Bluff.
Flickr/ Scott Costello
Over Red Wing, this amazing view is another favorite and encapsulates the beauty of MN's riverside towns.
12. Gooseberry Falls.
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Another of Minnesota's most photographed places and most visited state parks. This photo defines the amazing MN rivers and their falls that are scattered all across the state.
13. Oberg Mountain Loop.
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Not to mention the fall foliage! This is Minnesota hiking at its finest.
14. The views from Eagle Rock.
Flickr/Ben Schaffhausen
Southern MN's beauty is captured in this photo which clearly defines the rolling hills scenery we love in the area.
15. Split Rock Lighthouse.
Facebook/J. Callahan Photography
Probably the MOST photographed place in MN, Split Rock Lighthouse defines our stunning North Shore. Everyone has a photo of Split Rock; this one is J. Callahan Photography's.

Minnesota is defined by our beautiful scenery both rural and urban, and these pictures are all worth 1,000 words. Share your photos of these iconic MN places with us on the Only In Minnesota Facebook Page!

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