The Pacific State of the United States is Washington. It is located in the Pacific Northwest region of the country and is the 18th largest state by area. It is bordered by Oregon to the south, Idaho to the east, and the Canadian province of British Columbia to the north. The state capital is Olympia and the largest city is Seattle. Washington is home to a variety of landscapes, from the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Coast. It is also home to a diverse population, with a strong economy based on technology, agriculture, and tourism.