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Indianapolis is the most populous city in the state of Indiana. It is the state capital. According to the United States Census Burea the population in 2000 was 781,870. It is the the twelfth most populous city in the United States. The census bureau esimated the population to be 783,438 in 2003.
The city is a part of the Indianapolis metro area. It is the the seat of Marion county. It has an area of 361.5 square miles. According to the US Geologic Survey, the city is at 39°46'06" north and 86°09'29" west. The city and county have a consolidated city-county government. The Federal Information Processing Standards location code (FIPS55) for this city is 1836003.
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Butler University, University of Indianapolis, Marian College, Martin University and Ivy Tech State College-Central Indiana are in Indianapolis. Many local historic sites including Benjamin Harrison Home and Butler Fieldhouse are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Indianapolis International airport serves the city. Highways 70, 74, 65 and 69 pass through Indianapolis. The White River, Eagle Creek Reservoir, Geist Reservoir and Morse Reservoir are near or in the city.
The city has a hot summer continental climate with an annual precipitation of 40.95 inches. Winters are cold with some precipitation. The average daily mean temperature is 30°f during December, January, and February. Summers are hot and rainy and have an average daily mean temperature of 74°f during June, July, and August.
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