When it comes to Downtown Charleston in South Carolina forget sky high tower blocks because they are few and far between. This downtown district has retained many of its historic features and is a veritable time capsule with elegant colonial-style buildings lining its cobbled streets. The district was founded as a port in 1670 on …
Bath is a small city of around 8,000 people, located in the county of Sagadahoc, in the state of Maine. It is also the county seat and a popular attraction for tourists thanks to its old buildings from the 19th century. The first colony was established in the area in 1607 but it took many …
During my recent visit to Conway, a charming city located in central Arkansas’ Faulkner County, I was struck by its unique characteristics and vibrant atmosphere. One notable aspect that caught my attention was the city’s distinction of having the state’s highest concentration of jobs per capita. This meant that the majority of residents residing within …
Downtown Pittsburgh, the city’s financial and business core, is three-quarters of a square mile stacked to overflowing with impressive skyscrapers. At first glance, Downtown appears to be an ultra modern metropolis, but Pittsburgh was founded in the mid-18th century, and still retains many of its original historic features. The district is bounded by two rivers, …
Downtown Sacramento was founded on the affluence of the Gold Rush era and has never looked back. Growing in strength and importance through trade and industry, the city become the capital of the state of California in the mid-1800s. Downtown Sac, as its name is often abbreviated to, is flanked on its western side by …
The town of Cumberland, in the county of the same name in Maine, lies close to the border with Canada and is one of the wealthiest towns in the state. It has a population of around 8,000 and is not far from the largest city in Maine, Portland. A prime location for settlement many years …
Located at the mouth of the Copper River, Cordova is a town that can only be reached by air or by sea as no roads connect to any other town. The landscape is truly magnificent, boasting mountains, thriving wetlands, forests, and many different rivers and lakes. This makes it an excellent place to enjoy a …
Saco, nestled in York County, holds a significant place in the history of Maine as its oldest recorded permanent settlement. Being in such close proximity to the Canadian border adds to its unique charm. With its founding dating back to the 17th century, this enchanting city rests on the picturesque northern bank of the Saco …
Westbrook is a city of around 17,000 people which is located in the Cumberland County of Maine. It was initially called Saccarappa, named after the waterfall with the same name found on the nearby river. Part of the Falmouth city until 1814, it then became Stroudwater. Later on, the name was changed again to become …
Visit Downtown San Jose in Texas and be prepared to be surprised by the vibrant blend of historic and modern which has come together to create a unique district bursting with life. Built on the banks of San Pedro Creek in the early 1700s to serve as a Spanish mission, the area founded as Downtown …