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Boston Facts & Information
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| Location |
Coastal Massachusetts |
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| Climate |
Four seasons. Mild/rainy springs, hot sticky
summers, mild falls, and cold snowy winters. |
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| Land Area |
51.9 square miles |
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| Population |
581,616 |
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| Persons Over 65 |
10.4% |
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| Female Persons |
51.9% |
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| Ethnic Groups |
54.5% white, 25.3% black, 0.4% american indian,
7.5% asian |
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| Housing Units |
251,935 |
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| Median Household Income |
$39,629 |
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| Description of Flag |
The flag of Massachusetts has a blue shield
emblazoned with the image of a Native American on a white field.
The flag also has a white star represents Massachusetts as one
of the original thirteen states. Around the shield is a blue
ribbon with the motto:" By the Sword We Seek Peace, but
Peace Only Under Liberty". Above the shield is a arm and
sword. |
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More Information
 quickfacts.census.gov
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Boston Culture
| A true American city, Boston
encompasses various cultures, religions, and social classes.
It cannot be characterized in a single definition, but instead
must be appreciated for its multifaceted personality. Walking
down the street or waiting for the T, you will constantly be
serenaded by musicians of all genres. The suburban areas in
Boston are cluttered with religious Catholic iconography, and
churches are spread throughout the city. Coffee houses on weekend
afternoons are always crowded with |
diligent students pounding away at laptops. The North End serves
up pasta dishes that taste like they came straight from the kitchens
of Italy, and China Town will deliver plate after plate of dim sum
for brunch. In Beacon Hill, be on the lookout for the likes of former
presidential candidate John Kerry, who resides in one of the area’s
signature brownstones. Around Fenway Park, you can spend an evening
watching the city’s beloved Boston Red Sox - just don’t
mention the New York Yankees. Residents born and raised in Boston
have a vocabulary of slang expressions and distinct accents, which
set them apart from people of any other city.
More Information:
www.state.gov
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Boston Shopping
| The city atmosphere makes almost
any area of Boston a natural place for shoppers to enjoy an
afternoon. Major commercial areas such as Faneuil Hall Marketplace
and Newbury Street give Boston a notorious retail reputation,
however the two types of shopping are very different. While
Newbury Street provides one-of-a-kind boutiques full of original
items, places such as Faneuil Hall Marketplace are made up of
mostly chain stores. For a satisfying mixture of both |
boutique and designer shopping, visit Copley Place and the adjoining
Prudential Center. A day spent at these malls is not for the weak
at heart, as together they form a crowded shopping compound, and exploring
both malls can fill an entire day.
No matter where you shop in Boston, keep in mind there will always
be a lot of walking involved. Wear flats or sneakers to get from
shop to shop, as the cobblestone sidewalks are almost impossible
to maneuver in uncomfortable shoes.
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| Boston Restaurants |
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Read reviews for some of the best
restaurants in Boston. You'll find the perfect restaurant for your
vacation here. Choose a restaurant by cuisine type or visitor rating. |
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Boston Travel Guides
Frommer's Boston
Lonely Planet Boston
Let's Go Boston
Fodors Boston
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