New England – Massachusetts
Massachusetts (MA), the name is derived from the Indian word: mass adchu ut, which means so much: by the great hills. Massachusetts was founded as a state in 1788 with its nickname Bay State. Massachusetts has everything your heart desires: beaches, islands, cultural, historical and a charming capital. Here, New England is represented in the smallest of spaces. In addition, together with Boston, it is the spiritual center of the region. Massachusetts has a hilly foothills and a richly indented coastline to the east.
Massachusetts has a rich history, starting with the Mayflower’s landing in Plymouth in 1620. Settlement has taken place under the Royal Charter in the Mass. Bay Colony since 1629. The capital has been Boston since 1632.
Oppressed Puritans begin mass emigration from England in 1630 (Great Migration). In Massachusetts, they are creating a theocratic community. In 1684, the charter was lost due to a dispute with the motherland. In 1686, Massachusetts united with the neighboring colonies and New York to form the Commonwealth of New England. In the 18th century, it had its heyday due to trade. Even today, there are many historical and military spectacles to see all year round, reminiscent of the ancient Zeoten. Cape Cod is also known as the Cod Cape. The strikingly shaped peninsula south of Boston is also a popular vacation spot. Worth seeing there are Hyannis and Martha’s Vineyard, which is considered the summer residence of wealthy New Yorkers. Bill Clinton also has his summer house here.
If you want to understand the Americans in their very own feelings and sense of entitlement, you absolutely have to travel here. The Mohawk Trail, an old Indian trail, is also worth visiting. It leads through one of the most charming landscapes in the state of Massachusetts. You hike past Mt. Greylook, the highest mountain of the Berkshire Mountains at 1064m.
From here you have a beautiful view. Also worth seeing is Nantucket, a charming island off Cape Cod. Nantucket is much quieter than Martha’s Vineyard. Whale watching is very popular in Massachusetts. At Provincetown you can see the giants of the seas up close.
