I'm from Lynn, Massachusetts and I'm proud of it! Here are sixteen reasons why Massachusetts is the best state:
1. Tom Brady
We have the best looking team in the NFL thanks to this guy! He is what holds New England together and even if you hate him, you love him.
2. Fluff
Did you know fluff is made in Lynn, Massachusetts?
3. Boston Sports
Boston sports are clearly the best, with the coaches, players, and fans supporting them! Whether you're at a Bruins, Celtics, Patriots, or Red Sox game, everyone there is full of energy and rooting for the best time in the league.
4. Dunks
Bostonians love their coffee. Thankfully there's always a Dunks right down the street from one, and another across the street from that one!
5. The Cape
Known as "The Cape" to residents of Massachusetts, it has everything: beautiful sunsets, beautiful beaches, salt water taffy, P-town, and so much more.
6. Boston Strong
The whole city and state come together to support one another on occasions like sports games, Marathon Monday, the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, and so much more. We are truly #BostonStrong.
7. Faneuil Hall
Faneuil Hall features numerous stores and restaurants along a cobblestone path full of street performers. Comprised of four destinations: North Market, South Market, Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall, this historic gathering spot is the city's central meeting place that attracts more than 18 million visitors each year.
8. The Driving
9. Fenway Park
Fenway Park is the oldest ballpark in Major League baseball and is the home to the beloved Boston Red Sox. Located at 4 Yawkey Way near Kenmore Square, it has also hosted numerous concerts including Zac Brown Band, Billy Joel, Backstreet Boys, and Paul McCartney.
10. Boston Marathon
The Boston Marathon began in 1897 and is held annually on Patriots' Day, the third Monday in April. It is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's best-known road racing events. It is New England's most widely viewed sporting event as it attracts 500,000 spectators each year. "Marathon Monday" is a holiday to Bostonians as it is a day where the city and state come together and support one another through their best and their worst.
11. The History
Massachusetts has played a significant role in American history since the Pilgrims founded Plymouth Colony in 1620 after seeking religious freedom. As one of the most important 13 colonies, Massachusetts became a leader in resisting British oppression. In the early 1800's, Boston became the driver of America's industrial revolution and the first railway in America was built south of Boston in the 1820s.
12. Salem, MA During Halloween
Everyone must visit Salem, Massachusetts, during Halloween time at least once in their life. From the numerous museums, haunted tours, and Hocus Pocus filming sights, Salem is the place to be during the month of October. There are also many historic homes in Massachusetts and the New England area but Salem offers a variety of homes and insight into history and culture, which is hard to match.
13. Plimoth Plantation
14. Colleges And Universities
Boston has some of the best colleges and universities in the country, including all five UMass's (UMass Amherst, UMass Boston, UMass Dartmouth, UMass Lowell, and UMass Medical School), Boston College, Boston University, Harvard University, Northeastern University, MIT, and Tufts, just to name a few.
15. Hospitals
Not only does Boston have the best colleges and universities in the country, but they have some of the best hospitals as well, including Boston Children's Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Tufts Medical Center.
16. New England Aquarium
The aquarium is one of my favorite places in Boston. It is home to over 15,000 different kinds of marine life and is truly a sight to see.
