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Historical Newport RI

Historical Newport RI

August 5, 2015 No Comments

Newport Rhode Island is one of the most beautiful places to visit. It is rich in history, boasting the highest number of surviving Colonial buildings in the US (according to Wiki) and was founded in 1639. During the Gilded Age in the mid-1800’s, wealthy Southern planters seeking to escape the oppressive heat, built ‘Summer cottages’ such as the Breakers…

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Newport Rhode Island is one of the most beautiful places to visit. It is rich in history, boasting the highest number of surviving Colonial buildings in the US (according to Wiki) and was founded in 1639. During the Gilded Age in the mid-1800’s, wealthy Southern planters seeking to escape the oppressive heat, built ‘Summer cottages’ such as the Breakers (shown in the following photos). Many of the nations wealthiest families such as the Vanderbilts and Astors resided in Newport for a social season of fun, and to maintain their status in high society.

Today, Newport is a beautiful place to visit to walk the amazing Cliff Walk, tour the preserved Newport Mansions, or take a boat tour as we did, for a view of stately homes on the water, historical lighthouses, and breathtaking views of the natural scenery.

Cliff Walk Views
Chinese Tea Room from Cliff Walk
The Breakers Mansion
The Breakers side view
The Breakers portico ceiling
Adele Turner Inn
Castle Hill Inn at sunset
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