1. Utahns Aren’t Afraid To Get A Little Dirty
Utah has gained international renown for its beautiful scenery. Glorious mountains, enigmatic rock gorges, babbling brooks and majestic wildlife abound for the willing, and Utahns are indeed willing. There are hiking trails, fishing holes, rock faces to climb, scenic roads to bike, and campsites that are the envy of many.
And after a long day of playing outdoors, there is nothing better than soaking tired muscles in one of seven natural hot springs (clothing optional!) throughout the state.
2. Where To Get The Worlds Best Salt Water Taffy
The world’s best salt water taffy can be found right here in Utah, no really its official. Taffy Town is the best, it melts in your mouth like sweet buttery goodness and Utahns (and their dentists) just love it
3. But Really All Other Food Is Just A Platform For Fry Sauce
If there is one thing every Utahn can agree on it's that all other condiments bow down before Fry Sauce. This local treat was created right here in Utah and no meal is complete without it. Our mouths are watering just thinking of its creamy, tangy goodness.
4. Every Utahan Is Ready To Go To War—When It Comes To College Football
The annual match-up between the University of Utah Utes (Utah) and Brigham Young University (BYU) football teams is the stuff of legend. It’s so ugly it is referred to as “The Holy War.”
The teams first faced off in 1896 and began meeting annually in 1922. The rivalry has amped up in recent years and has grown off the field as well.
5. Utahns Aren’t Afraid Of A Little (Or A Lot Of) Lightning
The awe-inspiring lightening storms of Utah are a truly a sight to see. They generally occur over the summer months. And while these storms are a thing of beauty, they can be dangerous too, with dry lighting strikes causing wildfires and thunderstorms causing flooding.
But Utahns are a hearty bunch—they may take the time to stop and admire the lightning but they aren’t going to let it ruin their day.
6. In Utah A Burger Is Not Complete Until You Put Pastrami On It
Guess what other 49 states, you’ve been doing burgers all wrong. As any Utahan and they will tell you, if it doesn’t have pastrami on top it ain’t a burger.
And reigning champion of pastrami burgers? Crown Burgers, obviously.
7. Utahns “Other Car” Is A Snowboard
Utah is home to “The Greatest Snow On Earth,” and even went so far as to copyright that claim, thus the caps.
But in all seriousness, the state truly does have the right combination of light, dry snow, combined with a healthy amount of actual snow days, making for the perfect powder.
Add to that the number of accessible ski resorts and relatively low cost, and Utahns practically pop out of the womb with little skis attached.
8. Utah Has Silicon Slopes Too
These days Utah’s tech industry is booming so much it’s earned the nickname “Silicone Slopes.” The state has been ranked by numerous publications as one of the best states for doing business. Software development companies along the Wasatch Front are making waves, and life sciences has found a nurturing home in Utah as well.
Provo ranked eighth on Forbes’ “America’s Fastest-Growing Cities” list, no doubt thanks to its 3.8 percent unemployment rate. The city also ranks third on Forbes’ “Best Places for Business and Careers.” The list goes on but you get the picture.
9. Once A Year Utahns Become A Very Colorful Bunch
The Holi Festival, held every spring at the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, has grown to become one of the largest Hindu gatherings in Utah. It has become so popular that attendees from other religions and even non-religious people attend.
10. In Utah It’s Hunt Or Be Hunted
Utah is a sportsman’s paradise and hunting is no exception. Deer and Elk are common pretty but Utahns also have been known to set their sites on coyotes and bobcats and…crows?
Crows were just added to the list of prey to be hunted and now there are some pretty tasty crow recipes circulating around those parts.
11. Every Utahn Keeps A Very Important Secret
It’s not really known how Cecret Lake came to be spelled with a “c” instead of an “s,” but you know how to spell it when you live here.
The lake is an important part of the state for many reasons. It provides the drinking water for Salt Lake City from the several hundred inches of snowmelt each year, and it’s the ideal spot for Utahns to steal away and spend the day.
Did we miss anything? Tell us what you think is unique about Utah in the comments below! 
