Weekend Getaways in New England

New England is located on the beautiful eastern coast of the United States of America. New England has a jagged coastline, with many scenic beaches, lush green hills and sparkling lakes. Due to these features, tourism has become a very well-developed industry in New England.

The capital of New England, Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States of America. The pleasant climate, good accommodation and transport facilities, make Boston one of the ideal places for a weekend getaway in New England.

The three most attractive places to visit in Boston are the Boston Public Library, Prudential Center, and the Trinity Church. These four destinations can be easily covered in a weekend tour. The Boston Public Library is one of the biggest libraries in the United States and contains a treasure trove of paintings, and different collections of art. Some of the most prized possessions of the library are the original scores by Mozart and some of the edition folios by William Shakespeare. The Renaissance Revival type of architecture was used in 1895, by the famous architect, Charles Follen McKim, to design the library. The Prudential Center is a shoppers paradise in New England. One can also visit the 52-storey high 'skywalk' on the Prudential Tower and gaze at the beauty of the area. Boston's Trinity Church is one of the most beautiful churches in the United States. The architecture of the Trinity Church belongs to the Romanesque-style of design. The frescoes inside the church that have been painted by artist John LaFarge, leave the visitors spellbound. Some of the other places in Boston, that are worth visiting are the First and Second Church, the Gibson House, the Beacon Hill, and the Boston National Historical Park.

Springfield is one of the most beautiful cities in New England with a very pleasant climate. Among the best weekend getaways in New England, if you have children, is the amusement park of Springfield, which is known as the Six Flags New England. It is a theme park, spread over 170 acres and has about 130 rides and shows. A very rare treat awaits the visitors at Springfield at the St. Anne's Church and Shrine. The church has preserved a collection of Russian icons, which are some 200 years old.

The city of Hartford is often called New England's Rising star. The culture and history of New England has been preserved in some of the museums across Hartford. Some of the prominent museums are the Charter Oak Cultural Center, Butler and McCook Homestead and the Connecticut Historical Societies museum.

The many inns and hotels at scenic and beautiful locations are found on the coast of the new England. Similarly, the White Mountains and the Appalachian mountains offer excellent ski lodges. The natural beauty of New England, attracts visitors from all over the world and leaves them spellbound.