Rhode Island — Overview
It may take just 45 minutes to drive from one end of Rhode Island to the other, but this tiny state offers more than its fair share of broad sandy beaches, green parks, vibrant cities and a wealth of historic attractions.
Rhode Island’s capital city, Providence, underwent a major facelift in the 1990s, giving it something of a renaissance; visitors will now find the city lined with beautifully landscaped pedestrian walkways and Venetian-style footbridges. For those looking for some seaside activities, top sailing spot Newport is an all-seasons resort, offering an attractive harbor that is rich in colonial history, and in easy reach of bone-white beaches.
Rhode Island’s size has also never deterred the state from making some ground-breaking political decisions: it was the first state to declare independence from Great Britain on 4 May 1776, and the first, in 1774, to pass laws against slavery.
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