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Aberdeen is located in the state of South Dakota in the United States and it is 201 kilometers away from Pierre that is the state capital. The population of the city, which is located in the northeast of the state capital, is approximately 30 thousand people. Aberdeen, which is also one of the 3 most populous cities of the state along with Rapid City and Sioux Falls, is also called as 'the University City'. The reason why the city is called in this way is that some important educational institutions such as Presentation College and Northern State University are located in the city.

Aberdeen, whose first settlers in the history were the Arikara Indians, has attracted the attention of many immigrants coming from Europe since the 1800s. The development of the city has accelerated day by day thanks to the European settlements in the region, and the city has developed gradually in nearly two centuries and gained its current appearance today.

Aberdeen, which is a city under the influence of terrestrial moist climate, is a highly changeable place in terms of air temperatures due to its location. The climate of the city is mostly formed with the help of the river basins and winds located nearby, and it is similar to the climates of other cities in South Dakota. The temperature is generally around 10-11 degrees during the winter months, but it may decrease to negative values on some days and sometimes snowfall may be effective within the region. In hot summer days, you can see 25-26 degrees on thermometers. While travelling to Aberdeen, you should check the weather forecast beforehand and choose the clothes that you will take with you for your visit. If you prefer to stay in the city for more than a few weeks, you should be prepared in case of any sudden temperature changes during your stay. It is better safe than sorry.

The city attracts much attention thanks to its cultural heritage and nature as well as its rich cultural activities. It is also home to many festivals, exhibitions, concerts and shows every year. You can have a good time by attending the activities that are held at the university within the academic year, and you can also see different works and art exhibitions by visiting the galleries. The South Dakota Film Festival, which has hosted many Hollywood stars up till today, can be ranked among the splendid surprises that await visitors who come to the city during the autumn season.