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The state of Utah, with its capital of Salt Lake City, lies in western United States, and has a population of around 2.8 million. The natural beauty of the Utah landscape has attracted visitors from all over the world. Zion National Park near Springdale in the southern part of the state is an example of the kind of spectacular scenery that is everywhere in Utah.

The prospect of hiking through Zion's awesome canyons attracts nearly three million visitors to the park each year.

Also in southern Utah is Bryce Canyon National Park. The fascinating formations of red rock are sights like no other on earth, and they can be seen by car over a 37-mile loop that includes access to 15 look out points.

Tourism is just one part of the economy of Utah. Agriculture is also important with cattle, dairy products and turkeys being major products. The state of Utah has created a business-friendly environment, and many companies have set up their headquarters here.

Some of these companies include C.R. England Trucking, the time management training company FranklinCovey, the chemical manufacturer Huntsman Corporation, NPS Pharmaceuticals, Overstock.com and Kennecott Utah Copper, a mining company.