Information for Travelers
Connecticut is a state of the USA, located in the south of the New England region, which presents a mixture of coastal cities and rural areas full of small towns.
Divided in two by the Connecticut River that runs through it, Connecticut is a beautiful place to explore that is often overlooked by visitors who head to neighboring
New York or
Boston instead.
This means you can see the authentic side of New England without the crowds, and there's certainly plenty for you to experience.
Home to the largest beach in the state, Hammonasset Beach State Park is a great place to go if you just want to relax, relax and laze on its inviting sands while soaking up the sun.
Although it's a popular place to visit, especially in summer, there's more than enough sand to get around.
It feels very peaceful and relaxing as it never gets too crowded.
In addition to its long beach, the state park offers plenty of fun recreational activities for you to enjoy, such as biking, hiking and camping, all popular pastimes.
Its calm waters are perfect for swimming, fishing and boating.
Culture
Mystic is famous for the Seaport museum, which houses centuries-old ships, and the white whale exhibits at Mystic Aquarium.
On the Long Island Estuary, the city of New Haven is known for Yale University and the acclaimed Peabody Museum of Natural History.
As one of the original 13 colonies, the state is home to many of the country's oldest cities and towns.
As such, there are a myriad of fascinating historical tourist attractions and cultural landmarks, with many of the best places to visit in Connecticut related to the area's rich maritime past.
With many of its major cities located in the Long Island Straits, there is a beautiful stretch of scenic coastline for you to discover, while many excellent state parks await within.
Read about Connecticut in Wikipedia
Current time in Connecticut USA with seconds according to the official atomic clock.
