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Boston is one of the most historic and important cities in the United States. Famous for the Boston Tea Party, it is known as the birthplace of the American Revolution. The city was founded in 1630 by Puritan colonists and was already 150 years old by the time the 13 colonies formed a new nation. Packed with photographs that capture the history and the modern character of the city, Boston: The Cradle of Liberty provides a splendid sampling of all the city has to offer, including: Historic Beacon Hill, home to the Massachusetts State House and Suffolk University and known for its Federal-style townhouses, gas street lanterns and brick sidewalks. Faneuil Hall, a marketplace and meeting hall opened in 1742, the site of speeches by Samuel Adams and James Otis calling for independence from Great Britain.Harvard University, whose graduates include six American presidents, is the oldest and one of the most famous universities in the country.Fenway Park, the oldest baseball stadium in Major League Baseball and home to the Boston Red Sox.
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California is a state of great contrasts. Its highest point, Mount Whitney, is nearly 15,000 feet above sea level, and its lowest, Death Valley, is 282 feet below sea level. Its population of almost 40 million is greater than any other state in the country. Nearly 10 million people live in Los Angeles County alone, yet there are enormous stretches of desert and forest that are barely populated. California's wealth of attractions include: The pristine beauty and grandeur of Yosemite National Park and Joshua Tree National ParkThe unique and ancient sequoias, which draw visitors from around the worldThe golden sand dunes of Death Valley and the Mojave DesertSan Francisco, one of the most beautiful and cosmopolitan cities in the worldLos Angeles, the commercial center of the state with the glamour and mystique of HollywoodSan Diego and its pristine beaches and popular zooThe Golden Gate Bridge, an internationally recognized symbol of CaliforniaWorld-famous wineries and lush vineyards.
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Chicago is one of the most important cities in the United States. A major metropolis and key transportation center of the American heartland, Chicago boasts a population of nearly 3 million people, making it the third most populous city in the country. It is a city of architectural gems, vibrant neighborhoods, beloved sports teams, prestigious cultural institutions, major industries and outstanding attractions. Chicago's most famous attractions include: The renowned Art Institute of Chicago, founded in 1879, is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States and has a permanent collection of nearly 300,000 artworks.Navy Pier, a 3,300-foot-long pier in Streeterville, covers 50 acres and offers outstanding shops, restaurants, theaters, parks and gardens, that attracts over 9 million visitors each year.Millennium Park offers music and the famous Cloud Gate sculpture -- nicknamed the Bean because of its shape -- which lets visitors see their own reflection mirrored against the city's breathtaking skyline.Magnificent Mile, a section of Michigan Avenue that is home to many of the city's tallest buildings including John Hancock, Wrigley Building, Tribune Tower, Chicago Water Tower and the Drake Hotel.Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916, is the oldest National League ballpark in the country.
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Tennessee may be small in size with a population of just over 7 million, but it is a heavy-hitter when it comes to its influence on popular music and American culture in the 20th century. The capital, Nashville, is the heart of country music performance and production, with its long- running Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and the legendary stretch of honky-tonks and dance halls known as the District. Tennessee's many historical and contemporary attractions include: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, containing some of the highest mountains in eastern North America, is the most-visited national park in the United States.The Appalachian Trail, this world-famous hiking trail, spanning almost 2,200 miles, passes through Tennessee and attracts more than 3The Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson's 1,120-acre plantation, is now a museum that features exhibits covering all aspects of plantation life.Shiloh National Military Park, commemorating the battlefield of Shiloh, the Shiloh National Cemetery and other historical landmarks.The Titanic Museum, a two-story museum shaped like the Titanic, located in Pigeon Forge.