Boston is the largest city in New England and also the capital of the state of Massachusetts. The metropolis is one of the oldest, wealthiest and culturally richest cities in the USA; the Symphony Orchestra enjoys world fame. The city became known for the Tea Party in 1773. The Freedom Trail, about 4 km long, connects sixteen of the city’s historic sites by a solid red line on the ground. Don’t miss visiting Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) campus, both in the Cambridge district.