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Boston is surrounded by towns which can be enjoyed in a day trip. Aside from Cambridge which, although separate to Boston, is often explored and identified as a part of the city, there are many other towns nearby, all with their own distinct characteristics. One of these is Salem which is 14 miles outside Boston. This town will be familiar to many as the location of the 1692 witch hunt, which later formed the inspiration for Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible". The town has many attractions which draw on this interesting history. For shopping you might like to visit Rockport which has many distinctive and quaint shops in the area known as Bearskin Neck. Lexington is another historic colonial town and it was here where the very first battle of the Revolutionary War took place. Visit the Minute Man National Historic Park for more information on the town's part in the war. Concord, not far from Lexington, has a rich literary history and you can visit Wayside, the house where Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women" was set. Most of these towns can be reached from Boston via train (from North Station) or bus (from South Station). They are also easily accessible by car but don't forget to get detailed directions before setting out on your journey. |