This is the quirkiest city in Massachusetts
SALEM, Mass. (WWLP) – There are several small towns all across Massachusetts, but there is one that was ranked a must-visit for its 'quirkiness'.
What is the most charming small town in Massachusetts?
If you feel like traveling more this new year, there are plenty of places to explore, even right here in Massachusetts, according to Reader's Digest. There are also some quirky places that you can visit. When you think of a quirky city in America, New York City, New Orleans, or even Austin, Texas comes to mind. But there is one place in Massachusetts that fits this mold.
Reader's Digest listed the quirkiest city in every state, and the winner for Massachusetts was Salem. Salem is on the north coast of Massachusetts and is located above Boston.
Salem is infamous for its historic 1692 witch trials, and this town is one big monument to that history. During the trials, several locals were executed for allegedly practicing witchcraft. Some landmarks from this episode include the Witch House, the former home of a trial judge.
This city's shops, festivities, museums, tours, and even restaurants are all influenced in some way by the events and changes the city has gone through, according to the city's website. The Peabody Essex Museum has a huge collection of global art and artifacts, including a rebuilt Qing-era Chinese house.
This city is also one of the most popular destinations on Halloween.
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