Maryland – Maryland's Capital is Annapolis

(Pronounced mer-uh-luhnd and uh-nap-uh-lis)

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

Mary's land (Maryland) had a little lamb and a napping police (Annapolis) officer.

Interesting facts about Annapolis:

- Annual Sock Burning: To officially celebrate the end of winter and welcome the spring weather, local residents and sailors gather to ceremoniously burn their old winter socks on the docks while eating oysters.

- Nail-Free Dome: The historic Maryland State House features a magnificent wooden dome built entirely without the use of a single metal nail.

- European Circle Layout: Instead of a standard American grid system, downtown Annapolis was designed in the 17th century with a baroque European wheel pattern featuring traffic circles that frequently confuse modern drivers.