Kansas - Area Code 913

Kansas is an integral part of the Midwestern U.S., situated along the banks of the Mississippi River, on the border with Missouri. The state's largest city and capital is Topeka, located in central Kansas. Kansas is bordered on the north by Nebraska to the north-west; Texas to the northwest; Missouri to the southwest; Oklahoma to the southwest-west; and Colorado to northeast.

The state is divided into various counties and cities, which include the most populous of these being in Kansas City, Kansas. Kansas has three large metropolitan areas; Kansas City, Lawrence and Topeka. The city of Lawrence is considered one of the state's premier centers of education and research and it is home to many prestigious universities, including Kansas University.

The city of Kansas City is also located in central Kansas and has a population of around one million people. This large metropolitan area is known for its industrial strength and is home to several major corporations, such as Johnson Controls, Kansas Pacific, KCBX, and General Motors.

In the central city of Topeka, residents enjoy a variety of activities, both on land and on water. The Riverside of downtown Topeka provides a great number of outdoor recreational opportunities and numerous parks that provide recreational activities for residents. The town is also home to an active airport and is easily accessible from other major cities of the Midwest. There are also many public schools located in central Topeka, which are known for their outstanding academic achievement and high quality of education.

The University of Kansas, which is the largest institution of higher learning in the state, is located in Lawrence and is considered to be one of the best universities in the entire world. The school is also home to many popular sports teams and is known for its world-class academics. The school offers a variety of undergraduate programs and is also known to offer master's degrees and doctorates to individuals wishing to advance their educational careers. Other notable academic offerings offered by the school include the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.

The city is also home to several lakes and streams, which provide a beautiful countryside feel to its residents. Some of the lakes that are home to residents include Buffalo Creek, Buffalo Springs, Wabash Lake, and Rock Springs. Many of these lakes are popular attractions and recreational destinations.