Vermont

Country

USA

Continent

North America

Best Cities to Visit

Burlington
Montpelier
Woodstock
Stowe
Manchester

Size

24,923 KM²

Population

648,560

Spending Budget

$225 - $229

Famous For

Natural beauty
Scenic trails

Best Time to Visit

January
May
June
September
October

History

The Vermont region was explored and claimed for France by Samuel de Champlain in 1609, and the first French settlement was established at Fort Ste. Anne in 1666. The first English settlers moved into the area in 1724 and built Fort Dummer on the site of present-day Brattleboro. England gained control of the area in 1763 after the French and Indian Wars.First organized to drive settlers from New York out of Vermont, the Green Mountain Boys, led by Ethan Allen, won fame by capturing Fort Ticonderoga from the British on May 10, 1775, in the early days of the Revolutionary War. In 1777 Vermont adopted its first constitution, abolishing slavery and providing for universal male suffrage without property qualifications.During the American Revolution, Vermont declared independence separately from the original 13 colonies, although the Continental Congress refused to recognize it. Vermont was finally admitted to the union as the 14th state in 1790, after 14 years as an independentrepublic. The name of the state is derived from”montagne verte,” French forgreen mountain, giving rise to the state’s “Green Mountain State” nickname. Today, Vermont’s mountains are a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders. It is the country’s leading producer of maple syrup and is the home of the popular Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.

Present Day

A North Eastern State in USA, Vermont is the one of the six New England States. It was admitted in the Union in 1791 as the 14th State. With Monteplier its capital and a population of 6.24 lakhs Vermont is known for its natural scenic beauty and tranquillity.Vermont has all the symbols of classic rural United States. The mountain bound small towns, lush green villages, cattle grazing on sloping pastures, the narrow valleys, serenity of the state gardens, the red-gold leaves of tree-lined autumnal lanes and the white wooden churches are aspects of scenic Vermont.The population of Vermont is culturally diverse with immigrants from different states.The mountainous areas of the state are mostly forested – more than 75% of the states land area is now forested after the late 19th century timber clear cut. The foliage in the state is of varied range with pine, spruce, fir and hemlock as the common species. Maple and Birch are among the deciduous species with Sugar Maple being the state tree. Vermont is known for its maple and sugar production. The state produces 35% of all Maple syrups in USA making it the Maple King of USA.Diverse geographical terrain offers a plethora of activities including adventure sports. In-fact Tourism is the second largest component of the state’s economy.Small animals are also in abundance in Vermont. Hunting, especially Deer hunting is a ritual in Vermont. It is both a means of cultural heritage where people engage in it for recreation and also a mode of sustenance.

Future

The Vermont Futures Project promotes the long-term economic health of Vermont that provides opportunity for Vermonters. Through leadership, research and education, the Vermont Futures Project seeks to inform the conversation about Vermont’s economic future and demonstrate how a healthy economy contributes to Vermont’s vibrant communities and unique quality of life.Gathered with ideas from more than 3,000 Vermonters, the draft Proposition examines potential steps to take in the next few years in order to have a prosperous and sustainable Vermont over the next 30. This Summit will be highly interactive and include speakers and breakout discussion groups on topics such as Ensuring Quality Affordable Childcare, Advancing Vermont’s Climate Economy, Combating Racism, Protecting the Working Landscape, and Reducing Poverty by Building Opportunity. The Summit provides the framework for Vermonters to set unifying goals and commit to a renewal of this place we love

Must Visit Places ------------

Lake Champlain

Extending for 120 miles between Vermont and New York, with its northern tip in Canada, Lake Champlain lies mostly in Vermont, and draws visitors for its recreation, wildlife, and historical attractions. Its watershed covers more than 8,000 square miles.

Stowe

With a covered bridge, white-spired church, weathered barns, and ski trails down the mountainside, Stowe is everybody's image of Vermont. At the foot of Mt. Mansfield and in the heart of the state's snow belt, it's also the town that most personifies the glory days of Vermont's early ski industry, a heritage that's explored here in the Vermont Ski Museum.

Shelburne museum

Restored historic buildings and the collections they house at this open-air museum reflect Vermont's rich history and America's folk and fine art traditions. You can explore a round barn; the lake steamer SS Ticonderoga (now on dry land); a lake lighthouse; a barn filled with vintage carriages and wagons; a print shop; and collections of carved decoys, American quilts, handmade hatboxes, hooked rugs, and trains, in a bucolic village setting among manicured gardens.

Hildene

Robert Todd Lincoln, son of the president, visited Manchester with his mother shortly before his father's assassination. After he had become president of Pullman Company, in the early 20th century, he returned to build the Georgian Revival Hildene as his country estate.

Church Street Marketplace

In the heart of downtown Burlington, Church Street is only four blocks long, but it forms a wide, traffic-free space for public events and a lively street life even in Vermont's cold winters. Along with the festivals scheduled throughout the year, it's a place for sidewalk cafes, benches, and public artworks, and the buildings alongside it are filled with shops, restaurants, and boutiques. In the summer, when everyone is outdoors, it has the feel of an Italian piazza.

Mount Mansfield and Smugglers Notch

Mountain Road climbs out of Stowe and up the shoulder of Mount Mansfield, past Stowe Mountain Resort, where a gondola carries skiers and sightseers to the summit. Beyond the resort, the road narrows to snake through Smugglers' Notch, one of Vermont's most engaging natural attractions.

Ben and Jerry's

Unquestionably Vermont's most popular tourist attraction for children, Ben

Bennington battle museum

The 306-foot-high obelisk, visible for miles around, commemorates the 1777 battle fought about five miles west of Bennington, which turned the tide against the British by splitting British General John Burgoyne's forces in half, making the final American victory possible. You can bypass the monument's 412 steps by taking an elevator to the top for views.

Brattleboro Farmers' market

In a region known for its small farms and agriculture, Brattleboro's is the poster child of farmers markets. More than a place to buy fresh-picked vegetables and fruit from small independent local farmers, it is a social event, a meeting place, a Saturday lunch stop, and part of the weekend routine for southern Vermonters.

Fairbanks museum and planetarium

Exuding all the charm and fascination of an old-time Victorian museum, without the mustiness, the museum endowed by the owner of Fairbanks Scales covers subjects from Vermont wildflowers to the mysteries of the universe.