Boston: A Journey Through Time

Boston has arguably more nicknames than any other American city: Trimountaine, the City upon a Hill, the Athens of America, the Cradle of Liberty, the Bean town, the Hub... Throughout its history, Boston has grown from a humble Puritan settlement to a vibrant cosmopolitan city, and all these monikers accurately describe its unique character and establish its identity. Founded in 1630 by a group of English puritans, it was first named after the three prominent hills, one of which, Beacon hill, became home to Boston's oldest and most prestigious neighborhood. Called the Cradle of Liberty due to its role in the 18th century revolutionary events, Boston has numerous monuments and landmarks that commemorate them. Whether you follow the red-brick Freedom Trail, stroll in historical parks, or get lost in cobble-stoned streets of Beacon Hill, you'll be traveling through turbulent and fascinating history of Boston and its people.