New England (in English: New england) is a region of the United States made up of six states. Although it is one of the oldest established parts of the United States, most of the area (except the eastern coastal areas of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and southwest of Connecticut) retains a rural charm and low population. Most of the area is very busy and has a thriving tourism industry. Although some of the more popular attractions may seem cheesy to some people, there are many hidden gems to be found in New England.
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| Connecticut The Hartford home and the Knowledge Corridor, Mystic Seaport, the restaurant and nightlife in downtown New Haven, the Maritime Aquarium, and two of the major Native American casinos. |
| Maine Known for its fishing villages, remote and wooded interior, and breathtaking views, such as that found in Acadia national park. |
| Massachusetts The birthplace of the United States Revolution, the home of the Pioneer Valley, the hot spot of Cape cod, and the always interesting city of Boston. |
| New Hampshire A very independent state that offers the ruggedness of White mountains, idyllic locations, and a handful of coastal resorts. |
| Rhode Island The smallest state in the United States, but it has many miles of coastline and islands, and home to Providence Y Newport. |
| Vermont Vermont's fall foliage is to be missed, while the rest of the year, the state offers a rural charm unique to America. |
Cities
There are many cities in New England; these are some of the most important.
- Boston - the largest city in the region
- Burlington - the largest city in Vermont, but comparatively small for most New England cities
- Hartford - the capital of Connecticut, but one of the most thoughtful cities in the state
- Manchester - the largest city New Hampshire
- New Haven
- Portland - smaller than Portland in Oregon, but life here is slower.
- Providence - the only city that comes to mind when you hear Rhode Island, but it's a great place for fishing
- Springfield - home to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
- Worcester - New England's second-largest city is home to 35,000 college students and several museums
Other destinations
- Acadia national park
- Block Island
- Boston Harbor Islands
- Cape Cod National Seashore
- Foxwoods
- Green mountains
- Lake Champlain Islands
- White Mountain National Forest
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There is an expression in New England: "If you don't like the weather, wait ten minutes." The expression refers to the location of New England on the eastern side of the continental North American climate. New England's coastal location modifies temperature extremes somewhat, but storms are compounded by New England's harsh topography. Northern New England winters can seem especially harsh - if you plan to visit between December and mid-March, prepare for freezing temperatures, bad winds, and chills. The best advice, however, is to dress in layers of clothing that include an outer layer to obstruct the wind, and a sweater or jumper that can be removed when straining. Generally, the only areas of New England that are somewhat comfortable in the winter are the southern shores of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. For the cold-weather visitor, the snows and cold airs of northern New England can be exhilarating.
The months of April and May can be New England's best kept secret. In southern Vermont, you'll find off-season rates at many historic inns. The area is teeming with daffodils, tulips, and lilacs and temperatures are mild with cool nights.
New England summers can range from mild to humid. They provide a beach season from mid-June to mid-September. Most hot-weather tourist destinations have a mid-May to mid-October season. Areas along the coastline are often cooler and more temperate than inland areas.
New England gleams in the fall. The foliage of New England is well known, with intense colors, rapid appearance, and equally rapid disappearance. Peak season ranges from early September to the northernmost points of Maine to early November for southern Connecticut. Combine that with local festivals, straw wagon rides, fresh-pressed apple cider, and fruit picking, and you've got the recipe for a wonderful time.
As in upstate New York and along the eastern seaboard, many New England towns grew up around textile mills or other types of factories. When those industries moved and / or closed in the 1900s, some of those cities fell into a depression, where they stay.
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Ski and Mountain Summer Activities
Skiing or snowboarding in the White mountains of New Hampshire, the Green Mountains of Vermont and the mountains of Maine western and central. In southern New England, Connecticut Y Massachusetts They have small local ski areas with vertical runs of less than 300m. There are many ski areas for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers / snowboarders. Many areas extend their seasons throughout the year by providing alpine slides and summer activities. See state articles for ski area listings.
New England skiing is different from the western United States. Instead of open slopes above the tree line, New England ski areas have relatively narrow slopes carved through dense forests. New England's variable weather continues into winter. Skiers may experience mild weather with temperatures above 10C (50F) or freezing cold with strong winds striking wind chill temperatures of -30F or less. It can rain or snow at any time. Rain often covers snow with ice, and snow is often wet and slimy. The consequence of these conditions is that skiing and snowboarding in Nine England require attention to conditions. For riding in mild or dry conditions, all of New England's major ski areas make snow at night and groom their slopes in the early morning.
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Beaches abound along the New England shoreline of Connecticut just south of Portland, Maine. Here, vacationers can swim or just soak up the sun. Swimmers may find the waters north of Cape Cod to be cold, especially in Maine. Inland, swimming is available in New England's thousands of lakes and ponds, and the water is usually warmer. Almost every town in New England has at least one pond. Swimming areas include those run by the federal National Park Service in the Cape Cod National Coastline and the Acadia national park, large state beaches with parking for hundreds of cars, and local city or town beaches. Additionally, local research may reveal the locations of non-mapped swimming areas, some quite picturesque, along local streams or shores.
New England also offers many opportunities to surf, if it is in sheltered bays and ports along 9,900km of coastline, or in lakes, ponds, and inland rivers. Local yacht clubs usually run sailboat races for many different classes. Cruises in the open sea are offered from coastal tourist towns. These cruises include “whale watching” boats, other nature cruises to watch coastal birds, and sailing on traditional sailboats. Those cruising to the sea north of Cape Cod should bring a jacket or sweater no matter how hot it is on land. Inland, providers offer rafting on the rapids on Maine's rivers. There is plenty of opportunity for canoeing on the local lakes, ponds, and rivers in state sailing areas. Rentals are often available in larger coastal towns. Be advised that many locals ban jet skis and have “no wake” areas for motorboats.
Cycling it is popular in New England. Being densely populated with heavy traffic, the southern New England states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, Y Rhode Island present little opportunity for road cycling. However, they compensate for this with “rail-trails,” which are sections of abandoned train tracks dedicated to cyclists and pedestrians. Information on rail-trails is available from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. In northern New England, there is less traffic on the roads, yet they are more rugged than roads in southern New England. Many of New England's state parks have trails for mountain biking. These tracks follow old dirt roads. Mountain biking on mountain roads is usually prohibited. The Cape Cod National Coastline and the Acadia national park they offer abundant opportunity for biking along scenic routes without motor vehicle traffic. Biking opportunities abound in many New England Island destinations where the roads are usually flat and cooled by ocean breezes. Most tourist destinations have shops that rent bicycles.
Hiking it is popular in New England. There are long-distance mountain roads in the region, including the "Appalachian Trail," which runs through every New England state except Rhode Island, ending at Mount Katahdin in Maine, and the "Long Way", which runs through Vermont from Massachusetts to Québec. Although there are hundreds of thousands of mountain roads in the region's state and national parks, keep in mind that most mountain roads cross private property, and the rights of the owner must be respected. Most of the New England mountains are covered with dense forest, but there are sensitive areas above the tree line in Vermont and especially in New Hampshire Y Maine. In these mountains the weather conditions are similar to those in Labrador to the far north, and the lack of trees allows for long-distance views. The "Appalachian Mountains Club" (AMC) is headquartered at Boston and local divisions throughout the region. AMC runs camps and cabins throughout the region, most of which are accessible only by excursion. New England mountain trails are generally maintained by volunteers organized by AMC chapters or other organizations such as the "Green Mountain Club" or the "Connecticut Forest and Parks Association." These organizations offer detailed maps and other hiking information.
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New England cities and their tourist areas have a wide variety of excellent restaurants. A few famous local cuisine items include New Haven pizza, Vermont maple syrup, Portuguese cuisine from southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and Maine lobster and blueberries. Everywhere along the New England shoreline, there are local restaurants offering fresh seafood, fried clams, and clam chowder. It may be tacky, but there is a certain pleasure in spending a summer afternoon at a New England seaside restaurant eating seafood and watching the ships arrive and depart in the local harbor.
A local special treat is attending a beach picnic at a coastal location. These locations typically serve only a full clam or lobster dinner at a set time that includes all the ingredients of a traditional New England beach picnic, including, of course, steamed clams or lobsters, roast potatoes, corn on the cob, beans. , and traditional desserts. Sometimes steak or burgers are offered to those who don't like lobster or clams. Ask coastal communities for locations and hours.
Some of the smaller towns in New England have old restored taverns which, in the 18th and 19th centuries, provided lodging and food for weary travelers. Most of these restored taverns no longer offer lodging, but offer typical “New England fare” such as roast beef and a variety of steak and poultry. Many of these restaurants offer seafood as well.
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Wikipedia has an article on New England.w: New England
