Boston

Boston is the capital and largest city in Massachusetts, with a population around 675,000 people. The city is home to the Freedom Trail, running through downtown with paths leading to historical sites highlighting America's history. Surrounding cities and towns include Quincy, Newton, Lynn, Brookline and Waltham. Not too far down south there's Barnstable, Hyannis and Cape Cod. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is also located here.

Boston is home to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the United States, such as Boston College, Boston University, Harvard, M.I.T., Brandeis and Wentworth Institute (a large list is here).

Boston is perhaps the best American city for sports teams. They are packed with powerhouse sports programs such as the Red Sox (Baseball), Patriots (Football), Celtics (Basketball) and Bruins (Hockey). There is also the yearly Boston Marathon.

Boston is the name of a classical rock band.