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- Little Rock
Little Rock
The capital and most populous city in Arkansas, Little Rock is
named after a small rock formation on the bank of the Arkansas
River, called
Le Petite Rouche(the little rock) which was used
as a landmark by early French colonists travelling the river. With
evidence that Native Americans inhabited the area before European
settlers landed here, Little Rock has a fascinating history,
including playing a major role in the American Civil Rights
Movement, and as the former home of then-Governor Bill Clinton.
With no end of fascinating stories, Little Rock has plenty of great
attractions to explore. Located in the centre of where the Ozark
Mountains, the Ouachita Mountains, and the Mississipi Alluvial
Plain come together, Little Rock is nestled in picturesque natural
surroundings of forested rolling hills and cliffs that rise above
the Arkansas River, making the city feel more like a holiday town
than the metropolis and business centre that it is. Featuring
stunning parks which boast golf courses, zoos, playgrounds, walking
trails, mountain climbs, baseball diamonds and picnic areas, you
don't have to leave the city to enjoy the fresh air. Visit the
oldest surviving Capitol building west of the Mississippi, shop for
unique antiques and trinkets around town, take a ride on a
riverboat down the Arkansas River, take a drive through the
picturesque historic Quapaw Quarter and view the Villa Marre, the
home featured in the 1990s sitcom,
Designing Women, while avid golfers can enjoy
teeing off on a championship course. Nature lovers can hook a fish
at a world-class trout stream, walk in Ouachita Mountains where the
Hot Springs National Park awaits, or enjoy breathtaking views,
pristine lakes and rivers and vast underground caverns in the Ozark
Mountains and River Valley. With a little something for every kind
of traveller, the city of Little Rock is worth a visit for all who
visit Arkansas.
Information & Facts
Climate
Little Rock experiences a humid subtropical climate with average
daily temperatures during the summer months peaking at 90°F (32°C),
while the winter months can be relatively cooler with plenty of
rainfall. The spring and autumn months of March and April, and
September and October, respectively, are the best times of year to
visit Little Rock as the colours during the change of season and
hues of the foliage are glorious.
Language
English is the most common language but Spanish is often
spoken in south-western states.
Money
The US Dollar (USD) is the unit of currency and is divided into
100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. ATMs are
widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars to avoid
hassles. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.