BY CLAY LARROY
NEW HAMPSHIRE: THE GRANITE STATE
People in general consider traveling as their personal interests. Traveling can quickly became an interests simply because it is such an enjoyable experience. When you travel around the world and
you will see a variety of different cultures and people. There are two things to remember while traveling. The first thing is to be open-minded about people and their culture. The second thing and the most important, is to respect other cultures no matter how different. When you want to plan a vacation contact me!
New Hampshire was named after Hampshire, England, by Captain John Mason. New Hampshire is noted for its scenic beauty, from Mount Washington in the northern White Mountains, to the ocean beaches near Hampton. The state is sometimes referred to as the 'Mother of Rivers' and is also known as the 'Granite State', as five of the great streams of New England originate in its granite hills. The state is hilly and rocky, with many areas of dense forests.
In New Hampshire most of the population lives in the southern part of the state closer to Boston, Massachusetts. The state aligns with the social conventions of its region, New England. This region is known for being one of the least religious in the USA, where one in four residents consider themselves without a religion.
Hotels in New Hampshire range from well-known chain brands to small independent hotels. New Hampshire hotels offer a wide choice of options from luxury and mid-range to budget-friendly hotels. There are also many bed and breakfasts spread across New Hampshire, many packed full of character and offering great value for money. Those wanting to explore the great outdoors have plenty of campsites, lodges and cabins to choose from.
Things to see and do in New Hampshire
Appalachian Trail
Hike the Appalachian Trail or ride the aerial tramway at Cannon Mountain in Franconia Notch State Park (www.franconianotchstatepark.com). See the dramatic 13km (8-mile) gorge formed by glacial action during the ice age.
Cog Railway
Take the Cog Railway (www.thecog.com) ride to the top of Mount Washington to enjoy panoramic views of Canada and the three neighboring states. Enjoy the sights and sounds of this steam-driven locomotive on the world's first mountain cog railway, in operation since 1869.
Go skiing
Hit the ski slopes (www.skinh.com) on any of the state's 19 downhill resorts, or enjoy cross-country trails through scenic forests.
Lake Winnipesaukee
Enjoy every imaginable outdoor activity on Lake Winnipesaukee (www.lakewinnipesaukee.net). The crystal clear spring-fed lake, surrounded by three mountain ranges and dotted with over 300 islands, has a wooded shoreline and is ideal for camping, hiking, fishing, boating and swimming.
Tuckerman Ravine Trail
If you feel adventurous, climb to the top of Mount Washington along Tuckerman Ravine Trail. At the summit there is a museum, information centre and a snack bar where visitors can sit down and rest their weary feet.
Weather Discovery Center
Tour the Weather Discovery Center (www.mountwashington.org) in North Conway, to learn about the Mount Washington Observatory's key role in weather research. Average year-round observatory temperature is below freezing at 3°C (26.5°F), with the highest-recorded surface wind speed of 372kph (231mph).
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