History Vacations in USA

USA has several historical landmarks. The country has witnessed a lot of historical events and major political changes over the time. Now what remains are some excellent monuments. These monuments tell you about the history and architecture of that era. During your history vacations in USA you can visit places like, Holy Assumption Orthodox Church, Grant Hall, Beauvoir and Statue of Liberty.

Top historical cities of America:

United States of America boasts of some excellent cities, which have been through many historical changes. From invasions to wars, the cities have witnessed it all. Some of the big historical events are:

Jamestown:

Jamestown is a famous destination of America. The city was founded in the year 1607.

Facts about Jamestown:

It was New World’s first English Colony.
Located in Virginia
It is the major trade centre of Virginia
Gives a glimpse of America in 17th century

New York City:

New York City is also known as the Big Apple. It is known as the World’s financial capital.

Facts about New York City:

The New York City had Dutch settlers in the year 1625.
The British captured this region in 1664.
The city served as a gateway for several colonial invasions

St Augustine:

Founded in the year 1565, this is the oldest city of USA. It is located in Florida.

Facts about St. Augustine:

The city was discovered by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles.
The city was discovered on 28th August on the celebrated occasion of Augustine of Hippo.
Main attraction of the St. Auhustine is the fortification which was built to protect the city.
The Fort Mantanzas National Monument was the main fort meant for defense of the Spain kingdom.

Washington:

Washington is the political hub of America. It has witnessed wars and political changes in the past.

Facts about Washington:

This city was a victim of the war of 1812. During this the city was burnet and destroyed.
It was rebuilt later when the city got its various historical monuments like, Smitsonian museum.
The city has iconic monument of the White House.

Major Historical places in USA:

USA has some of the best historical monuments which are located in various cities of this country. Some of the well known monuments are:

• Death Valley National Park
• The Hearst Castle
• Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
• Du Pont Nemours Mansion & Gardens, Wilmington
• Lincoln's Home, Springfield
• Museums of Old York
• Fort McHenry National Monument
• Antietam (Civil War) National Battlefield
• Longfellow National Historic Site, Cambridge
• Historic Deerfield
• Cape Cod National Seashore
• Vicksburg National Military Park
• Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor
• Valley Forge National Historic Park
• American Civil War Center, Richmond
• National World War II Memorial

Interesting historical sites of America:

America has a rich historical past. The various historical sites take you to the era where historic incidents changed the conditions in America. Some of the notable historical sites in USA are:

• Lewis and Clark National and State Historical Parks
• Korean War Veterans Memorial
• American Civil War Center, Richmond
• Independence Hall, Philadelphia
• Gettysburg Battlefield
• Historic Latta Plantation, near Charlotte
• Thomas Edison National Historic Site, West Orange
• Adams National Historic Site, Quincy
• You can have a glimpse of the past of this country by being a part of history vacations in USA.

Last updated on 21/9/2010