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THE OBSERVATORY of the World’s Highest Inclined Tower
America’s Historical Hotspot very year, as Mother Nature paints the Northeastern landscape with its mosaic of vibrant colors, the region is a treasure trove for visitors, each place offering something different, but sharing its abundance of scenic wonders, historic sights, small-town charm and home-grown flavors.
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History abounds in New England and all the way down the Atlantic coast. The Pilgrims landed in Plymouth, and in nearby Concord the “shot heard ’round the world” started the American Revolution. Boston abounds with colonial connections, and Mystic Seaport in Connecticut celebrates America’s seafaring traditions. Summer and winter, visitors come to New England to enjoy the great outdoors, whether it’s to hike or ski in Vermont’s Green Mountains or enjoy an
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Philadelphia Olympic Park. A unique site and an experience you don’t want to miss. Ride in a cable car up to the observatory of the world’s highest inclined tower for an eye-popping view of Montréal and its surroundings. And while you’re here, take our surprising guided tour and learn everything there is to know about the history of the Stadium, from its construction to the present day. Olympic Park and its many peripheral attractions– just wait till you see! 1
evening concert on the village green. In fall, sightseers flock to New England and all the Northeast for “leaf peeping.” The vibrant reds, oranges and golds of autumn are spectacular, but don’t stop there. Discover the dazzling white of snow-covered mountains or cottoncandy pink of apple orchards in the spring. The Northeast, moreover, overflows with culinary delights, from Maine lobster and blueberries to Vermont maple syrup, Cape Cod cranberries, Philadelphia cheesesteaks and Maryland crab cakes. Many itineraries focus exclusively on food and wine. The Mid-Atlantic is among the most ethnically diverse areas in the world. From colonial times onward, it has been home to a kaleidoscope of people, and many neighborhoods are still steeped in their Old World ethnicity. Visitors appreciate the area’s authentic cuisine and are fascinated by heritage festivals and traditional ceremonies.
Travelers can tour the homes and villages of famous Americans to learn more of their lives and contributions to the world. American icons like Benjamin Franklin, Edgar Allen Poe and Babe Ruth all left their marks. The Mid-Atlantic’s metropolitan areas include some of the largest cities in the country and sizzle with first-rate nightlife and entertainment. Notable museums offer outstanding collections of art and antiquities. Majestic theaters present world-class productions. Visitors to the region also find maritime villages, towns stepped in history and paved with cobblestones, and some of the country’s most glorious public gardens. Each season highlights a different hue of Northeastern charm. Whether you’re leaf-peeping in New England, blasting through the United States’ most historical hotspots or catching up on the New York City arts scene, new seasons usher in new reasons to visit this vibrant mecca of distinctly American culture and beauty. LGT June 2009 53