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New Jersey is one of the United States most urbanised areas, but a closer look at the state reveals much more than the expected commuters, factories and highway workers. Whatever your interest be it US history, surf, sand or gambling you'll find New Jersey appealing. Even the more relaxing, scenic areas tend to be slightly populated, however, so New Jersey might not be the ideal destination for that 'get away from it all' holiday.
New Jersey has an abundance of tourist attractions to suit every taste; these range from beautiful beaches and exciting nightlife to many cultural attractions.
To find out why New Jersey earned the nickname of the 'Garden State', you'll have to get off the highways. The scenic horse farms around Far Hills, the beach (and casinos) at Atlantic City and the Victorian resorts of Cape May all contribute to New Jersey's alluring character. The state also houses two worldclass universities namely, Rutgers and Princeton.
Between the Atlantic Ocean and the mainland coast lie a strip of long, narrow barrier beaches that are a major vacation area for tourists.
New Jersey is a curious amalgam of urban and rural, poor and wealthy, progressive and backward, making it one of the most diverse states in the US.
Overall this small state offers varying terrain, culture and attractions, and should not be overlooked on any Eastern Seaboard holiday.
Did you know?
- Only four US states are smaller than New Jersey in land area, and fewer than ten have a larger population.
- Atlantic City is the reallife model for the board game, Monopoly.
- Two of America's favourite singers were born in New Jersey. Frank Sinatra hails from Hoboken and Bruce Springsteen is from Freehold.
- Motto: Liberty and prosperity
State bird: Willow goldfinch
State flower: Purple violet
State tree: Red oak
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