Vermont was recognized as the fourteenth state of U.S. in 1791. Montpelier is the capital of Vermont. Other important cities include Bennington, Brattleboro, Burlington, Colchester, Essex, Hartford, Rutland, South Burlington and Manchester.

Mount Mansfield is the highest location in Vermont, the region has a large lake called the Lake Champlain. Vermont is a state with historical significance, at the time of the American Civil War it bore the witness to the raids by the Confederates in St. Albans and Canada.

At the present times, Vermont is an important dairying and mining hub. It has industries of granite and marble. Vermont is mostly a winter tourist destination, and it was in here that the first skiing tracks and runs were built.

Famous tourist destinations:

Outdoors & Leisure – A number of outdoor and recreational activities like camping, hiking, trekking and bicycling can be carried out. There are numerous lakes and water bodies, which provide excellent and panoramic views of natural beauty and wildlife. Mention can be made of the Green Mountains, Lake Bomoseen, Lake Champlain and Lake Dunmore. It is also a great picnic destination especially in the months of autumn when the foliage is worth seeing.

Attractions – There are a number of beautiful monuments and establishments all around the state. The Vermont State House is worth admiring. The Burlington Waterfront and Church Street in Burlington have many admirers as well. Manchester Center in southern Vermont also deserves a visit.

Food & Drinks – A number of restaurants, themed hotels, inns and breweries provide a plethora of mouth watering dishes. There are also some favourite and popular delicacies that over a period have attained mass following.

Sports – Ski resorts are abundant in the state of Vermont. Some famous ones are Bromley, Jay Peak, Killington Resort, Mad River Glen, Magic Mountain, Mount Snow, Smuggler’s Notch, Stowe and Suicide Six.