Tourist Guide Terre Haute
Terre Haute is located in Vigo County in the state of Indiana, USA. It is the county seat. Terre Haute was proclaimed a town in 1832 and was incorporated as a city in 1835.
This region has a rich history, being colonised by the French. ‘Terre Haute’ is a French phrase describing the plateau-like rise of this region. Terre Haute was an important port in the early nineteenth century, and after the American Civil War, it became a key industrial and mining centre.
The annual average temperature is around 12°C. It is best to avoid travel between the months of November and February, when the temperature is low.
With a population of around 59,600, most locals are engaged in commerce and industry. It has an eclectic mix of people including a significant number of African-Americans and Hispanics.
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