About Massachusetts

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts lies in the center of the New England region of the United States. The states of New Hampshire, Vermont, east of New York, and north of Connecticut and Rhode Island border the state. Boston is the capital city and it is also the capital of several historical and cultural attractions in the state. Popular cultural attractions in the city include the museum of fine arts, John F Kennedy library, and the Museum of Science. Besides cultural attractions, Boston offers the visitors with the finest of shopping, nature parks and historic sites. Vacationers in Massachusetts  can choose from a wide variety of accommodation options ranging from hotels, inns and Massachusetts vacation rentals that offer fine amenities and great deals for guests. 
 
Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket are two famous islands in Massachusetts and vacationers frequent these islands for active outdoor adventures. Berkshires County is another famous tourist destination in Massachusetts. The county hosts several festivals including the Williamstown Theatre Festival and Berkshire Theatre Festival that attract art enthusiasts to Berkshires. Apart from cultural attractions, Berkshires offer outdoor activities like hiking, whitewater rafting, and fishing. The Appalachian Trail, the most famous trail in the United States, passes through Berkshires. The freedom trail is a 2.5-mile trail that leads to sixteen historical sites through downtown Boston and the trail is famous among vacationers in the area.

The Nickerson State Park is a popular tourist attraction and the park offers outdoor activities like swimming, fishing, canoeing, cycling and hiking. This park features 8 miles of paved bike paths, two swimming ponds, picnic areas, and boating and camping facilities.
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