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Introduction to Coeur D'Alene, Idaho
Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, in Kootenai county, is located 30 miles E of Spokane, Washington (center to center) and 258 miles E of Seattle, Washington. There are approximately 34,514 residents in the city.
Coeur D'Alene History
The city of Coeur D'Alene was originally inhabited by an Indian tribe called Coeur d'Alene. In fact, the tribe was named by the French Canadian fur traders in reference to their tough trading practices. Coeur d'Alene is a French word which means heart of the awl. This also implies shrewd or sharp - hearted. There were a lot of miners’ disputes in the Coeur d'Alene city. The name of the city was directly taken from a fort called Fort Coeur d'Alene and was constructed by General William Tecumseh Sherman.
Coeur D'Alene and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Coeur D'Alene
When visitors are in Coeur D'Alene, they have access to many shopping centers such as the Silver Lake Mall, Coeur D'Alene Mall, and Midtown Shopping Center. The Northview Plaza is also a good place to hang out. Sanders Beach also offers a good time to tourists. There are various parks including the Mae McEuen Playfield and the Memorial Field. These parks come with various recreational facilities. There are a number of fairs and festivals hosted by the city such as the North Idaho Fair, BalloonFest, Downtown Street Fair, Art from the Heart, and Wooden Boat Festival every year.
Coeur D'Alene Transportation
Coeur D'Alene Air Terminal offers air transportation facility.
Coeur D'Alene Higher Education
North Idaho College is in the city of Coeur D'Alene. Other higher education institutes that the city's residents can attend include Spokane Community College, Ganzaga University, Spokane Falls Community College, and Eastern Washington University.
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