App Self-drived road Route 66 Complete Usa “Mother Road” – Arizona, United States

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Curiosities about Route 66:
The famous song “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66” was written by Bobby Troup in 1946 and has been covered by numerous artists, including Nat King Cole and the Rolling Stones, helping to perpetuate the highway’s mythical status.
During the Dust Bowl exodus of the 1930s, Route 66 served as a vital westward migration corridor for families seeking to escape the devastating conditions of the Midwest.

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First fully paved highway: Route 66 was one of the first completely paved highways in the United States highway system, completed in 1938.
There is a growing preservation movement to keep the history and legacy of Route 66 alive. On many stretches of the highway, enthusiasts and local organizations work together to restore historic buildings and revive the highway’s culture.

Get to know the landmarks on Route 66

Chicago, Illinois
Route 66 officially begins in Grant Park, Chicago, near the intersection of Adams Street and Michigan Avenue. Chicago is not only the starting point of Route 66, but also a vibrant center of jazz and blues, fueling road culture with its music and art during the era of its peak popularity.

St. Louis, Missouri
The Gateway Arch: Crossing into Missouri, Route 66 passes through St. Louis, where the Gateway Arch symbolizes the westward expansion of the United States.

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Route 66 Oil Capital: During the oil boom in the early 20th century, Tulsa proclaimed itself the “Oil Capital of the World,” attracting wealthy businessmen and spawning impressive architecture that can still be seen in its art deco buildings.

Amarillo, Texas
Cadillac Ranch: Created in 1974 by the arts group Ant Farm, Cadillac Ranch is a public art installation featuring ten Cadillacs half-buried in a field.

Santa Fe, New Mexico
The oldest city on Route 66: Santa Fe, founded in 1610, is known for its Pueblo Revival architecture and its strong influence of Native American and Spanish cultures.

Flagstaff, Arizona
Gateway to the Grand Canyon: Flagstaff offers access to Grand Canyon National Park, one of the natural wonders of the world.

Santa Monica, California
The end of the Route: Route 66 officially ends at the Santa Monica Pier, an iconic pier that juts into the Pacific Ocean. This place not only marks the end of a long journey across the United States.

Each of these points is not only geographically significant, but also tells stories of development, art, music, and the constant reinvention of America.

HIGHLIGHTS

Route 66 Oil Capital: During the oil boom in the early 20th century, Tulsa.
Cadillac Ranch: Created in 1974 by the arts group Ant Farm.
The oldest city on Route 66: Santa Fe, founded in 1610.

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