Located in the northeast region of the United States, known as New England, Massachusetts is one of fifty states in the United States. The state is limited to the states of New York to the west, New Hampshire and Vermont to the north, Connecticut and Rhode Island to the south, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east.
Massachusetts was one of thirteen English colonies, having been the scene of the first wars for the independence of the United States. In fact, the State ratified the American Constitution on February 6, 1788. Massachusetts is known for its pioneering spirit, since the state’s first newspaper, the first institution of higher education and the first public library in the country were founded.
Geographically, the State is characterized by its large number of bays, rivers and lakes. Approximately 55% of its entire territorial extension is formed by forests. The predominant climate in Massachusetts is temperate, with cold temperatures in winter (average 0ºC), mainly in its western region, where the altitudes are higher. In summer, temperatures are milder; in the coastal region, the highest temperatures are recorded: an average of 25ºC.
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Although it has a relatively small area (27,360 km²), the state is the third most densely populated in the United States. It is also one of the main destinations for immigrants, mainly Latin Americans. A reflection of this is the predominance of the Catholic religion, since Massachusetts has always been a largely Protestant state throughout its history.
Massachusetts is one of the great financial centers of the United States. The state’s per capita income is the fourth highest in the country. The tertiary sector accounts for 82% of all its GDP, with emphasis on the provision of financial and real estate services. Its capital and largest city, Boston, is one of the great American metropolises.
The main highlight of the State is in education, without a doubt. Massachusetts has a large number of educational institutions; in the greater Boston area alone, there are more than 100 universities. Among many of them, we can highlight Harvard University, considered the largest and best university in the world; and MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), one of the world leaders in science and technology.
New Bedford
Population: 93.768 thousand people (2000)
Time zone: UTC-5, summer UTC-4
Altitude: 15 m
The American city of New Bedford is part of the state of Massachusetts and belongs to the County of Bristol. The first Europeans settled in this area in 1652. The settlers used the land to build the colonial city of Old Dartmouth (it included not only the current Dartmouth, but also the territories of New Bedford, Akushnet, Fairhaven and Westport). The part of Old Dartmouth next to the west bank of the Acushnet River was called the village of Bedford. In 1787 it was officially recognized as the city of New Bedford.
By the 18th century, the city had developed into one of the main American cities where the whaling fleet was based. On the territory of the city was the headquarters of the largest whaling company in America. In 1851 Herman Melville published a novel called Moby Dick, or the White Whale. This novel is set in New Bedford. Whaling gradually began to lose its appeal in 1859. This is due to the start of oil production.
Travelers here clearly have something to see. The town is home to the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The museum has a 20-meter skeleton of a baby blue whale, an 11-meter skeleton of a humpback whale. Another attraction is the New Bedford Art Museum, which is located in the heart of the city. The museum offers exhibitions of both local and international art works. Also on the territory of the city is the Roche-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum. It is a 28-room Greek mansion built for whaling merchant William Rocha in 1834.
Plymouth
Population: 51.701 thousand people (2000)
Area: 347.0 sq. km
Founded: 1620
City status since: 1670
Time zone: UTC-5, summer UTC-4
Altitude: 57 m
Zip code: 023**
Plymouth is a city located in the state of Massachusetts. Plymouth was founded in 1620 by the Pilgrims of the famous Mayflower ship. Events around the history of Plymouth are filled with myths, this is the most mysterious and mysterious city in the United States in the historical aspect. Plymouth played a significant role in American colonial history, being the first permanent settlement in New England., and is one of the oldest settlements in the United States. In 1800, Plymouth became a port city whose main income depended on fishing and shipping. The development of the city began in the early 1970s with the development of rail, road and bus routes. It was at this time that the population of the city began to grow. Currently, Plymouth has become one of the major economic and tourist centers of the state.
Plymouth is known in American history as a city of folklore and culture, one of the largest cities in Massachusetts. In recent years, tourism has been especially developed, as well as the medical, technical and scientific industries.
The landmark of the city is Plymouth Rock, the landing site of William Bradford and the Mayflower Pilgrims who founded Plymouth in 1620. Plymouth Rock is a symbol in American history. The Plimoth Plantation (living history museum) also attracts the attention of tourists, it is located south of the center of Plymouth. The Museum houses a relic of the city – the Mayflower II, an exact copy of the 17th century ship that brought the first pilgrims to the city. The replica ship was built in England in 1956 and delivered to the city in 1967. The oldest continuously operating museum in America is the Pilgrim Hall Museum, founded in 1824 and located in the city center. In the city there is a Monument to the Founding Fathers (a 25-meter monument made of granite).
This extraordinary, mythical city often hosts art exhibitions, concerts and music festivals. The city is a popular destination for tourists.
Map of Area Codes in Massachusetts
Massachusetts consists of the following area codes. Click on the area code to show the cities in that area code.
Massachusetts Area Codes by County
The area code of 339 is used in the following 5 counties:
- Essex, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Suffolk, MA
The area code of 351 is used in the following 3 counties:
- Essex, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Worcester, MA
The area code of 413 is used in the following 5 counties:
- Berkshire, MA
- Franklin, MA
- Hampden, MA
- Hampshire, MA
- Worcester, MA
The area code of 508 is used in the following 11 counties:
- Barnstable, MA
- Bristol, MA
- Dukes, MA
- Essex, MA
- Hampden, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Nantucket, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Suffolk, MA
- Worcester, MA
The area code of 617 is used in the following 5 counties:
- Essex, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Suffolk, MA
The area code of 774 is used in the following 9 counties:
- Barnstable, MA
- Bristol, MA
- Dukes, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Nantucket, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Suffolk, MA
- Worcester, MA
The area code of 781 is used in the following 5 counties:
- Essex, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Suffolk, MA
The area code of 857 is used in the following 3 counties:
- Middlesex, MA
- Norfolk, MA
- Suffolk, MA
The area code of 978 is used in the following 5 counties:
- Essex, MA
- Franklin, MA
- Middlesex, MA
- Suffolk, MA
- Worcester, MA