The Freedom Trail consists of a 4 km walking four of historic Boston and
Charlestown encompassing 10 sites and stractures of historical significance
to both the city and the nation. Highlights include USS constitution, the
world's oldest commissioned warship still afloat, which was used in battle
against France and Britain in particular during the War of 1812. Visitors
can tour Paul Revere House, the one time home of the quintessential "
American Putriot " who was a key figure in the Boston Tea Party and fought
for American independence. Also open to the public is the Old State House,
built in 1713 which was once the seat of the British government in Boston,
and the 18th century Old south meeting House, where protesters gatherd to
challange British rulers in the years leading up to the American Revolution.
The trail also takes in the golden domed state House, situated in the
charming Beacon Hill district of the city, and the Granary Burying Ground,
where famous Declaration of independence signers Samuel Adams, Robert Treat
Paine and John Hancock are buried. The trail begins at Boston common in the
centre of the city.
Address: Freedom Trail Foundation,
3 School Street,
Boston,
MA 02108,
USA Phone: (617) 2278800
Fax: (617) 2272498 |
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