14 Things Only Those From Missouri Know To Be True
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Stephanie Butler
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Living in Missouri is definitely its own experience. With most of the state being rural, and so much of the land dedicated to parks and nature areas, most of its residents have a much different experience than those who live in one of our cities. While these may not be the best kept secrets, they are some things non-natives may not know.
But are usually caused by tractors.
From spelunking in small hidden unknown caves to a lighted and guided tour of one of the more famous ones, "the cave state" is sure to please all types of explorers.
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Although there IS a Kansas City, Kansas, the larger, more famous one is in Missouri.
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He was born and raised in Hannibal, and got inspiration for his books from his hometown and the adjoining Mississippi River.
Sometimes it’s Missour(ee) and sometimes it’s Missour(uh).
Some say "soda" and others say "pop."
Float trips are a popular pastime in Missouri, and all you need is something to float on (and maybe some beer).
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Deep fried ravioli is a St. Louis favorite. It is basically just a meat filled ravioli that is…well…deep fried, and usually served with a marinara dipping sauce.
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St. Louis-style pizza sets itself apart by being made with Provel cheese, a combination of provolone and cheddar and swiss cheeses.
Chiefs fans have been recognized by Guinness World Records as the loudest fan base in the world among outdoor stadiums since September 2014. The stadium’s record is 142.2 decibels, which is the like of standing about 164 feet down the runway from a jet.
Kansas City in particular is known for its barbeque and there are loads of restaurants vying for the absolute best with unique special sauces and variety of smoked meats.
The weather is completely unpredictable and can change on a dime. Dress in layers and bring your umbrella.
Budweiser was founded by Adolphus Busch in 1876, paving the way for beer drinkers everywhere.
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Whether rooting for the Kansas City Royals or the St. Louis Cardinals, Missourians take their baseball very seriously.
What are some other things only Missourians know to be true? We would love to hear from you!
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