Connecticut State Information

 Connecticut, located in the northeastern United States, is known for its historic charm, coastal beauty, and strong economy. Here's an overview of key information about Connecticut:

1. Capital: Hartford
2. Largest City: Bridgeport
3. Statehood: Connecticut became the 5th state to join the Union on January 9, 1788.
4. Population: As of my last update, the estimated population was around 3.6 million people, making it the 29th most populous state in the U.S.
5. Governor: As of my last update, the governor of Connecticut was Ned Lamont.
6. Nickname: "The Constitution State," a reference to Connecticut's role in the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.
7. Motto: "Qui Transtulit Sustinet" (He Who Transplanted Still Sustains)
8. State Symbols: The state bird is the American Robin, the state flower is the Mountain Laurel, and the state tree is the Charter Oak.
9. Economy: Connecticut has a diverse economy with strengths in finance, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, and biotechnology. Major cities like Hartford and Stamford are hubs for finance and insurance companies, while cities like New Haven and Bridgeport have strong manufacturing sectors.
10. Higher Education: Connecticut is home to several prestigious universities, including Yale University in New Haven, the University of Connecticut (UConn), and Wesleyan University in Middletown.
11. Tourist Attractions: Connecticut offers a mix of historic sites, coastal towns, and cultural attractions. Key attractions include Mystic Seaport, a maritime museum; Mystic Aquarium; the Mark Twain House in Hartford; the Gillette Castle State Park; and scenic towns like Greenwich and New Canaan. The state also has beautiful shoreline destinations such as Long Island Sound and the beaches of Fairfield County.