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1. West Point (U.S. Military Academy)
West Point, the nation's oldest and foremost military college -- which celebrated its 200th anniversary...
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2. Boscobel Restoration
Two things about this magnificent mansion on the Hudson stand out: its splendid setting, among the finest...
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3. Philipsburg Manor
Just a half-hour upriver from the 21st-century pace of New York City, this eye-opening and serenely beautiful...
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4. Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
- Pastoral setting includes fields and trees
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5. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
- Home was constructed by Vanderbilt
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6. North Point Trail
- Several beautiful natural features
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- Hiking
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7. Bear Mountain Loop
- A combination of several trails
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- Hiking
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8. Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
Fort Montgomery was the site of a brave 1777 Revolutionary War battle to control the Hudson River. Patriot...
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9. Bear Mountain State Park
- Guaranteed good day
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10. Storm King Art Center
A most unusual museum, this fabulous collection of modern, monumental sculpture benefits from one of...
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Poughkeepsie. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
