Vermont's Historical Attractions

One of Vermont's most insightful historical attractions is the Cornish Colony Museum in Windsor. With a magnificent art gallery that is devoted to the works of some of America's first artists, the Cornish Colony museum gives visitors a unique perspective on the artistic development of the United States. Whether you like statuary artwork or are a fan of paintings, this museum offers a window into the world of 17th and 18th Century America as the foundations were laid for the democracy enjoyed today in the nation. All in all, the Cornish Colony Museum is one of the most enchanting art museums to be found anywhere in the country.

For travelers wanting to get a taste of the entire spectrum of America's history in Vermont, a visit to the Vermont History Museum in Montpelier is definitely in order. This museum has exhibits and artifacts that tell the story of Vermont's rich and fascinating history from prehistoric times through the modern era. With a magnificent collection of valuable antiques and priceless relics from the past, the Vermont History Museum gives visitors a one-of-a-kind look into the glorious past of this wonderful state.

In addition to the fabulous historical attractions mentioned above, Vermont has an additional historical attraction that visitors are sure to find captivating. The Rock of Ages Granite Quarries in Graniteville, VT are some of the oldest continually operating granite quarries in the entire United States. With spectacularly narrated tours and amazing interactive exhibits, this attraction educates visitors on the role that granite quarrying has played in the economic and historical development of Vermont. Overall, visitors gain an in-depth knowledge of the amazing process that brings granite to the countertops of our kitchens and bathrooms.

Vermont's Cultural Attractions

Besides being endowed with magnificent historical attractions, Vermont is home to a number of captivating cultural attractions. One of the finest cultural attractions in the state is the Wilson Castle in Center Rutland, VT. This magnificently designed castle displays the complexities of medieval architecture in a way that visitors find breathtaking. With exhibits that display the complex developments of Western Civilization, the Wilson Castle is an attraction that welcomes visitors to come and gape at the magnificent craftsmanship that was put into this gorgeously constructed edifice. All in all, the Wilson Castle gives visitors a unique taste of medieval Europe right in the heart of New England.

On top of the medieval artwork of Wilson Castle, Vermont is known for its uniquely ornate cemetery artwork. One cemetery that displays this fascinating artwork is the Hope Cemetery in Barre. This cemetery features granite sculptures of cars, soccer balls, and carved family portraits. So if you want to see a place that definitely knows how to pay its respects to its ancestors, consider making a visit to the Hope Cemetery part of your trip to the enchanting state of Vermont.

While cemeteries and castles are certainly interesting cultural attractions, nothing can match the tastiness of those cultural attractions dedicated to food. One of Vermont's finest culinary cultural attractions is the Ben and Jerry's Factory in Waterbury. This factory produces the rainbow of flavorful tastes that has come to dominate over 1/4 of all ice cream sales in the United States. Taking 30-minute long guided tours through the deliciously wonderful inner-workings of this factory, visitors learn all about how Ben and Jerry's makes their flavorful concoctions. All in all, you are going to need to prepare your taste buds for a scrumptious adventure that will leave your eyes popping with the deliciousness of the ice cream that you will experience on a visit to the Ben and Jerry's Factory.

Vermont's Natural Attractions

As if the fabulous historical and cultural attractions of Vermont weren't already enough to make this state a great vacation destination, the state is blessed with a number of stunning natural attractions. One of the state's premier natural attractions is the Gifford Woods State Park in Killington. Home to one of the northernmost stretches of the Appalachian Trail, this state park offers nature lovers some of the best hiking trails to be found in the United States. The fall is a great time to visit this wonderful park because the leaves of the park's deciduous trees are changing colors and this gives visitors a wonderfully beautiful vista of spectacular orange, yellow, and brown leaves to enjoy on a short excursion through the park. On top of this wonderful sight, visitors to Gifford Woods State Park can relish breathtaking panoramic views any time of the year from the summit of Deer Leap Mountain. With so much natural beauty in one place, a visit to Gifford Woods State Park needs to be on the itinerary of any nature lover visiting Vermont.

For anyone who loves birds, a visit to the VINS Nature Center in Quechee is definitely called for. This interactive center offers visitors a chance to see Vermont's magnificent birds of prey in an up-close and personal setting and allows them to learn first-hand about these amazing creatures. With nature trails and a first-class conservation shop, the VINS Nature Center offers something for the entire family.

In conclusion, Vermont has a wide assortment of natural, cultural, and historical attractions that are certain to appeal to visitors of any age. Because of this fact, Vermont is without a doubt one of the finest travel destinations in the entire United States.

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