Hudson Valley and the Catskills |
Hudson riverfront © Michael R. Weaver
Just north of New York City, the Hudson Valley is surprisingly
rural and is littered with charming towns, picturesque farms and
old mansions. Many New Yorkers head this way at the weekend
attracted by the slower pace of life and the scenic drives. The
region's capital, Albany, was founded by Dutch fur trappers in the
17th century and made its money by controlling trade along the Erie
Canal. There is not a great deal to do or see in Albany but sights
include the New York State Museum and the Albany Institute of
History and Art, which has a good collection of Hudson River School
paintings.
Attractions
Vanderbilt Mansion © Historic Hudson Valley
Tarrytown
Forty miles (64km) north of New York City is Tarrytown, known to
Washington Irving fans as Sleepy Hollow, setting for the
Legend
of Sleepy Hollow. The town is packed with historic homes
including the impressive Rockerfeller residence; Irving's home can
also be visited. Over...
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Catskills © Timothy J. Mallery
The Catskills
It is no surprise that the beautiful Catskills Mountains area,
north west of New York City, has long been a popular vacation spot
and the choice of many a wealthy New Yorker for their summer home.
The region is dotted with picturesque towns,...
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