The events described in the book took place here."Gone with the Wind", the musical "Chicago" and the adventure film "National Treasure". The first settlers from Europe landed here and founded their colonies, this is where modern America originates, its capital is located. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States of America were written here. So the statement that the East Coast of the USA is the repository of the American spirit is quite justified and indicates the importance of this part of the country. If you look at the map of the United States, the east coast resembles a cat in shape, using the Appalachians as a scratching post, its nose resting on the border with Canada and relaxedly throwing its tail, the Florida peninsula, into the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. If you are limited in time, but want to form your own idea of ​​​​America in a couple of weeks, see the maximum possible number of sights of the United States, and at the same time bask on the beach under the rustle of the ocean waves, then the east coast of America is exactly what you need.

A river with dual citizenship

It's worth coming to America just for this reason.to visit the famous Niagara Falls. It is located on the border of the United States and Canada. Most of Niagara Falls "went" to Canada, but this is not a problem. After crossing the rainbow bridge, you can look at this miracle from all sides and even stand in the middle of the bridge, with one foot in the birthplace of hockey and the other in the birthplace of baseball. From a height of fifty meters, streams of water rush down in a falling snow-white veil. And you can even stand under them. Nimble flat-bottomed boats travel to the center of the waterfall and back. You can climb to the highest observation deck and "drown" in splashes of icy water, walk through the protected areas of a huge park or ride a tour bus.

Atlanta - blown away by the wind of holidays

Atlanta is one of the most beautiful citiesUnited States. The main business center of the southeastern part of the country and a city with a rich history. The Americans themselves believe that the cream of the nation lives in Georgia, the state where Atlanta is located. Aristocratic Atlanta was almost completely burned down during the civil war between the northern and southern states. Only the buildings of churches and hospitals survived. But the unwavering spirit of the southerners contributed to the fact that after the capitulation, Atlanta became a symbol of the revival of the defeated south. Now it is difficult to imagine that in place of the modern city, the pride and pearl of the east coast of the United States, there were ruins. Modern buildings, skyscrapers propping up the clouds, the most famous American television company CNN, the local Capitol, Inman Park, the Coca-Cola Museum (it was invented by an Atlanta pharmacist) and, of course, the famous oceanarium in Atlanta. All this attracts tourists not only from abroad, but also from America itself. It is not for nothing that Atlanta is called the center of national traditions and holidays, without which it is impossible to imagine America. Atlanta residents are very careful about both the traditions of the native inhabitants of the United States and the customs of other peoples of the world. After all, everyone knows that the population of America was formed from immigrants. So in Atlanta, they celebrate with equal pomp both the Japanese art festival - a joy for anime fans and haiku connoisseurs, and the pow-wow festival - a traditional annual meeting of North American Indians, held on the vast squares of Stone Mountain Park. And you have to see how Atlanta celebrates Christmas. To tell about this pyrotechnic and costume extravaganza is beyond the capabilities of human speech.

Where was American democracy born?

It turns out that American democracy hasa specific birthplace – the city of Philadelphia. And it is not surprising, because this metropolis is populated by immigrants from Ireland, Italy and Asia. Only such a concentration of people of freedom-loving temperament could have caused the birth of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. Philadelphia has many interesting historical places that you should definitely visit. Independence Hall is the place where the Declaration of Independence was first drawn up, and later, in 1778, the Constitution of the United States of America was adopted. The bell tower, from which the Independence Bell once rang. Carpenter Hall was the site of the first Continental Congress in 1774. Congress Hall is the place where the Bill of Rights was adopted. America independent from England was born on these streets. Four blocks of the “Historic Square Mile of America” take us into the past of this freedom-loving country. Now Philadelphia is a modern city on the east coast of the United States, a large industrial and business center. The offices of the largest oil producing and refining companies are located here. And if history was made on these lands before, now we can say that the state economy is being built in Philadelphia.

Washington itself

The capital of the United States is also quite cozyis located on the East Coast. A city that does not belong to any state. It is on its own. Just like the President of America is also the mayor of Washington. This is what it means to fight bureaucracy in action! And if history was forged in Philadelphia in the past, then it is made in Washington today. Unlike the rest of America, Washington, due to the absence of the calling cards of the United States - skyscrapers - and the number of people (about one million people), could be called a capital backwater, but would you dare say so if you have ever been to Washington?! The ambitious Pierre L'Enfant, the architect who designed Washington, sought to make the city more majestic than European capitals. And it must be said that he succeeded. It is worth remembering the Capitol building, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial and the National Mall, the Pentagon, the Cathedral of Peter and Paul, the Smithsonian Museum and the National Gallery of Art. The list of Washington's attractions can go on and on, but the most important thing is that they are not surrounded by endless skyscrapers, since the city is prohibited by law from building buildings higher than the Capitol. And this adds charm to the capital of the United States.

Chicago: no mafia, everything is culturally

In the distant past the name of this cityassociated with high-profile mafia trials. After all, it was in Chicago that a huge Italian diaspora settled. The times of "prohibition" became fertile ground for the prosperity of the mafia. But it is not necessary to believe all the events shown in films, and the times of prohibition are long gone. Now Chicago is, without exaggeration, considered the cultural capital of the east coast of the United States of America. The Field Museum of Natural History, the Adler Planetarium and as many as three music festivals, for which Chicago is famous throughout the world. Jazz and blues orchestras come here from all over America to turn Chicago into a kingdom of viscous melodies and exciting sounds for several weeks. The tallest building in America was also built in Chicago. The famous Star Tower, more than four hundred meters high, rises above the city, glittering with hundreds of windows in the rays of dawn. And for theatergoers, there is something and where to see. The Pickwick Theatre is located in Chicago, and the most famous troupes of America compete for the right to perform on its stage. Buckingham Fountain in Chicago is one of the largest fountains in the world. And, like in Barcelona, ​​the local fountain boasts its own music and light show. So there is no mafia here, everything is very cultured and beautiful.

Jacksonville - a symbol of one-story America

Jacksonville residents have made it a realitywhat is commonly called the American dream. A city with a million residents bears little resemblance to the megalopolises we are accustomed to. Busy highways and modern roads skirt this oasis, nicknamed one-story America. Cozy houses, white fences, green lawns and provincial peace. It doesn’t really look like the American dream, but, as it turns out, that’s exactly how Jacksonville residents imagine it. And hardly anyone would argue with them. After all, Jacksonville does have skyscrapers, but local residents prefer to work in them, choosing one-story houses for living. You might think that such a city is deprived of attractions. But no! The city has a whole area of ​​wooden buildings in the colonial style, and they can be used to study the history of not only Jacksonville itself, but the entire East Coast.

Sun, air, water and Miami

How can we talk about the east coast?United States and not to mention its main pearl – Miami! Even if your imagination paints you all the benefits of this resort city, they will seem like a pale copy in comparison with reality. Perhaps, Miami can be called an example of a real modern resort. It is not for nothing that the Miami coast was chosen for the construction of their villas by movie stars, famous politicians and financiers, whose names are known not only in America, but also far beyond its borders. The entire Collins Avenue street is built up with the most modern and most expensive hotels. In Miami, rest and luxury are raised to the highest degree. The east coast is somewhat reminiscent of a multi-colored mosaic or puzzle. Different cities, different architecture, but they are united by one thing. Each of these cities is an important element of a huge picture called the United States of America. We recommend reading:

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