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Autumn fog in the village of Tyringham in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts

Autumn fog in the village of Tyringham in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts

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From historic villages to cutting-edge galleries, verdant mountains to granite shores, clam shacks to covered bridges, New England's scenic and cultural treasures are unparalleled.

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Best Things to Do

New England has no shortage of things to do from hiking and wildlife watching to soaking up history and culture. Here's our pick of the best of the region.

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Best Time to Visit

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