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Burlington is the largest city in the US state of Vermont. Its history dates to 1763, when the colonial governor of New Hampshire granted land for a new settlement to Samuel Willis and 63 others. Settlers began clearing some forest to establish themselves in 1775, but the American Revolutionary War put an end to permanent settlement.
Years passed, and Burlington was established through 1783-1785. In the Anglo-American War of 1812, Burlington became home to a large garrison that had more soldiers than there were inhabitants of the city. At the time, there were approximately 2,000 citizens in Burlington. Throughout the 19th century, the city was expanded, and in 1900 the population had increased to 18,000.
It was not least forestry and sea transport that powered the growth of the city, and from 1823-1843 three canals had been built, which Burlington could profit from as a transport center. The development continued through the 20th century, when the number of inhabitants increased to over 40,000, and where the ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s was started in 1978 and later became a well-known national brand.
Today, Burlington is a pleasant city with a cozy downtown that is suitable for some strolling. Downtown is located between Maple Street and Pearl Street, and the pleasant City Hall Park forms the center of the city together with the beautifully paved pedestrian street Church Street. Around City Hall Park, there is a homogenous building mass from approximately 1880 to 1930. To the east is the city hall from 1928 and to the northwest the Burlington Savings Bank Building from 1930.
The fine town hall building in Burlington has its formal facade facing Church Street, which is also worth a walk. The pedestrian street is cozy and forms the center of many activities in the city such as festivals, and you will also find cafes, restaurants and shops here. Near Church Street is the Fletcher Free Library, whose fine building opened as one of four Carnegie libraries in Vermont.
From downtown Burlington, you can walk in minutes to the shores of Burlington Bay, part of Lake Champlain, which is located on the border between the states of Vermont and New York. There are several marinas along the shore, and you can enjoy a fine view of the lake from Waterfront Park and from Battery Park behind it, from which Rudyard Kipling reportedly described the sunset as one of the most beautiful in the world.
Montpelier is the capital city of the state of Vermont. It is a charming city nestled in the heart of the Green Mountains. Montpelier’s history dates back to the late 18th century when Colonel Jacob Davis and his family established the first permanent settlement in 1787. Not surprisingly, the city name come from Montpellier in France, and it was chosen as the capital of Vermont in 1805 due to its central location. Over the years, Montpelier has grown into a modern city still retaining its small-town charm and historical sights.
The most iconic landmark in Montpelier is the Vermont State House, which is the capitol of the state. Completed in 1859 in Greek Revival style, the building is one of the oldest and best-preserved state capitols in the United States. The State House features a beautiful gold leaf dome and landscaped grounds. The Vermont State House is also home to some of the state’s most important art. You can visit the building and explore the remarkable piece of living history.
Montreal is Canada’s second largest city, and it is one of the French-speaking world’s largest cities. Montreal is also famous for design and architecture that goes far back in the city’s history. Visitors can enjoy preserved buildings dating back to the 17th century and many landmarks from the following centuries.
The Old Town offers many activities and beautiful sights. The Notre-Dame Basilica and the large Bonsecours market are two of the buildings you should definitely see, and you can also take a stroll along Rue Saint Jacques to see some 19th century headquarters for Canada’s major banks.
Concord is the capital of the state of New Hampshire. Its history began in 1725 when the Penacook Plantation was established and on the site the settlement grew into what in 1734 became the town of Rumford. In 1765, Rumford changed its name to Concord at the behest of Governor Benning Wentworth. The name signified harmony and was chosen to bring an end to a dispute between the towns of Rumford and Bow.
Today, Concord is one of America’s smaller state capitals, but despite its size, there is much to see in the city. The most famous building is the government building New Hampshire State House, which was designed by the architect Stuart Park and built in the years 1815-1818. The building was expanded in 1910, but the state legislature still meets in the original setting.
Albany is the capital city of the state of New York. It has a rich history that dates back to the early 17th century. The area was originally inhabited by the Mohican and Iroquois tribes before European exploration. In 1609, English explorer Henry Hudson claimed the area for the Dutch, leading to the establishment of Fort Nassau in 1614 and Fort Orange in 1624. These trading posts attracted settlers, and the village of Beverwijck was founded around Fort Orange.
In 1664, the English took control and renamed the settlement Albany, in honor of the Duke of Albany, the future James II of England. The city was officially chartered in 1686, making it one of the oldest continuously chartered cities in the United States.
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