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Ketchikan is located on the west coast of the island of Revillagigedo Island and quite close to Alaska’s southern border with Canada. As a result, Ketchikan is the first city that ferries and cruise ships pass by as they sail north from normally Seattle or Vancouver.
Historically, Ketchikan has been used by local tribes as a fishing ground, and with the natural resources available here, over time, the site also attracted European settlers. They continued fishing and Ketchikan became known as one of the world’s salmon capitals. The spruce trees of the area were turned into countless boxes in which over time the very large production of salmon was packed.
The culture of Indians with the Tlingite tribe as the dominant is also very evident in and around Ketchikan. Here, the world’s largest collection of totem poles is stored and they can be seen in a cultural history museum and at various places in Ketchikan and in the city’s parks. They are an exciting testimony to local history.
Ketchikan’s natural surroundings are also impressive. To the east is the Misty Fjords National Monument, and it is of course not far to the west and the sea. You can try many different activities and experiences; for example, to try your luck and skills of a fishing trip.
Historically, Ketchikan Creek has been used by local tribes as a fishing ground. The Tlingit tribe used the well-located location for their summer fishing and, as elsewhere, set up totem poles in various places of importance.
The city of Ketchikan was established by European settlers. It started with Mike Martin’s founding in 1885. Martin had been sent north from Oregon on behalf of a fishmaker who was looking for new, good locations for catch and production.
Mike Martin established a salt shop and a store together with George Clark of Nova Scotia. In the following decades, fishing was very strong and the city grew. A sawmill was established to supply Ketchikan with building material and timber for the many fishing boxes that the city’s large salmon production required.
Later, a pulp mill was invested, giving jobs and a great financial injection to the small community that was growing again. The city grew in numbers and population. The factory was closed in 1997, but jobs were created in new sectors.
In recent years, Ketchikan has become an increasingly popular tourist destination. The city is located as the first port for ferries sailing from Washington to Alaska, and cruise ships have increasingly brought guests into town during the summer season. Today, there are about 8,000 people in Ketchikan.
Overview of Ketchikan
Ketchikan is located on the west coast of the island of Revillagigedo Island and quite close to Alaska’s southern border with Canada. As a result, it is the first city that ferries and cruise ships pass by as they sail north from normally Seattle or Vancouver.
Historically, the city has been used by local tribes as a fishing ground, and with the natural resources available here, over time, the site also attracted European settlers. They continued fishing and Ketchikan became known as one of the world’s salmon capitals. The spruce trees of the area were turned into countless boxes in which over time the very large production of salmon was packed.
About the upcoming Ketchikan travel guide
About the travel guide
The Ketchikan travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the American city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
Ketchikan is waiting for you, and at vamados.com you can also find cheap flights and great deals on hotels for your trip. You just select your travel dates and then you get flight and accommodation suggestions in and around the city.
Read more about Ketchikan and the USA
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Click the “Add to Cart” button to purchase the travel guide. After that you will come to the payment, where you enter the purchase and payment information. Upon payment of the travel guide, you will immediately receive a receipt with a link to download your purchase. You can download the travel guide immediately or use the download link in the email later.
Use the travel guide
When you buy the travel guide to Ketchikan you get the book online so you can have it on your phone, tablet or computer – and of course you can choose to print it. Use the maps and tour suggestions and you will have a good and content-rich journey.
Creek Street • Totem Poles • Salmon • Museums • Whales • Rainforests
Overview of Ketchikan
Ketchikan is located on the west coast of the island of Revillagigedo Island and quite close to Alaska’s southern border with Canada. As a result, it is the first city that ferries and cruise ships pass by as they sail north from normally Seattle or Vancouver.
Historically, the city has been used by local tribes as a fishing ground, and with the natural resources available here, over time, the site also attracted European settlers. They continued fishing and Ketchikan became known as one of the world’s salmon capitals. The spruce trees of the area were turned into countless boxes in which over time the very large production of salmon was packed.
About the upcoming Ketchikan travel guide
About the travel guide
The Ketchikan travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the American city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
Ketchikan is waiting for you, and at vamados.com you can also find cheap flights and great deals on hotels for your trip. You just select your travel dates and then you get flight and accommodation suggestions in and around the city.
Read more about Ketchikan and the USA
Buy the travel guide
Click the “Add to Cart” button to purchase the travel guide. After that you will come to the payment, where you enter the purchase and payment information. Upon payment of the travel guide, you will immediately receive a receipt with a link to download your purchase. You can download the travel guide immediately or use the download link in the email later.
Use the travel guide
When you buy the travel guide to Ketchikan you get the book online so you can have it on your phone, tablet or computer – and of course you can choose to print it. Use the maps and tour suggestions and you will have a good and content-rich journey.
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