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The most European of American cities, Boston will charm the most discerning traveler. Perfect to be explored on foot, from the Freedom Trail to Faneuil Hall. Visit this ethnic melting pot of diversity.
Boston history
Puritan foundations Native Americans had been living on the
Boston peninsula for more than 2000 years when Captain John Smith,
famous for helping lead the settlement of Virginia to the south,
sailed into the harbor in 1614. Smith mapped the area between Cape
Ann to the north and Cape Cod to the south and called it New
England. He named the largest river in the area the Charles, after
the British prince. In 1620, the Puritans, chased out of England
for their religious beliefs, landed in nearby Plymouth, and founded
the first permanent European settlement in the Boston area.
Boston local information
State MassachusettsCountry:
United StatesBoston by the Numbers:
Population: City: 600,000, metro: 3.2 million Land Area: 48 square miles Elevation: 10 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 17 inches Average Annual Snowfall: 41 inches Average January Temperature: 36 degrees F, Average July Temperature: 82 degrees F Quick Facts
Major Industries: Tourism, Education, Government, Publishing and Printing Electricity: 110 volts AC Time Zone: Eastern, GMT - 5 Country Dialing Code: 1 Area Codes: 617 and 857 Did You Know?
Boston is home to the nation's first public park (The Boston Commons 1640), the first public library (1653), and the first subway (1897). Orientation Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, looms on the state's eastern edge along the shores of Massachusetts Bay. Its compact downtown area harbors some of the nation's greatest historical sites including Faneuil Hall, the Boston Tea Party Ship and Museum, and the Paul Revere House (The). New York City lies 200 miles southeast. Boston weather
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The most European of American cities, Boston will charm the most discerning traveler. Perfect to be explored on foot, from the Freedom Trail to Faneuil Hall. Visit this ethnic melting pot of diversity.
Boston, one of the oldest cities in America, evokes a distinct European feel, which is evident in the city's culture. The city's role in the American Revolution has led to the nickname, the "Cradle of Liberty." Once considered ultra-conservative, Boston has developed a progressive culture and attitude. It has become one of the most exciting places in New England, with excellent culinary hotspots and an abundance of attractions and sights. Historical buildings, parks and cemeteries are national landmarks, and the city boasts the birthplaces of many famous patriots, presidents and politicians. The city's architectural treasures include lovely brownstones and cobblestone streets, and gas-lamps light the way in many neighborhoods. Who's Who in Boston The city and environs draw hundreds of
thousands of students to more than two dozen universities,
including some of the world's most famous institutions such as
Harvard University and Boston College. The regular influx of
students from all over the world has played a major role in the
entrepreneurial and international spirit of the metropolis. Walk
down Newbury Street or go to a nightclub on
Lansdowne Street, and you will hear a medley of foreign languages.
Boston has been a magnet for writers, artisans, politicians and industry leaders throughout its history; Paul Revere, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Mary Baker Eddy are just a few of the individuals who have left their imprint on the city. © Wcities |
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