Idaho – Idaho's capital is Boise

(Pronounced eye-duh-hoh and boi-zee)

To remember the capital of the US state Idaho, use the following mnemonic:

If I'd a hoe (Idaho) I could make these boys see (Boise) how to weed the garden quickly.

Interesting facts about Boise:

- Greenbelt Oasis: The city features the Boise River Greenbelt, a gorgeous, twenty-five-mile-long parkway system lined with towering cottonwood trees that snakes directly through the heart of the urban landscape.

- Basque Block: The city is home to the largest vibrant population of Basque people outside of Europe, celebrated in a historic downtown district featuring authentic eateries, cultural museums, and lively annual festivals.

- Geothermal Heat: Boise features one of the largest geothermal heating systems in the United States, utilizing natural underground hot water springs to heat dozens of downtown commercial and government buildings.