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Minneapolis
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Geography and Climate
Minneapolis is characterized by its numerous lakes, including Lake Calhoun (now known as Bde Maka Ska) and Lake Harriet, which are integrated into the city’s park system designed by Theodore Wirth. The city lies on a flat plain, but its geological structure is heavily influenced by ancient glacial activity.
The climate is classified as a humid continental climate, featuring very cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. A defining characteristic of the local climate is the "Atmospheric G…