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Maryland has been called "America in Miniature," and it does seem
to have it all: a bit of the North, a bit of the South and terrain
that ranges from mountains to beaches. And wherever you roam, you'll
always be within an easy three-hour drive of Maryland's biggest city,
Baltimore. Here are a few highlights from each part of the state.
Western Maryland
Allegany, Garrett and Washington counties
Western Maryland is the perfect place for your next adventure! Hike
through the region's picturesque mountains, or tackle the white-water
rapids that rush through them. In warm weather go boating or water
skiing on Deep Creek Lake, Maryland's largest man-made body of water;
in the winter head to the Wisp Resort for snow skiing and tubing. Or
if you'd prefer to explore the past, check out the C&O Canal and
Antietam National Battlefield.
Central Maryland
Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford and Howard counties
Maryland's capital city, Annapolis, and its most populated
city,
Baltimore, are both located in the central part of the state, making
Central Maryland your destination for urban fun. Go out to a ball
game, or hail a water taxi out to Baltimore's National Aquarium. Visit
Fort McHenry, where Francis Scott Key wrote the words to the national
anthem, shop for designer clothes or maritime antiques, attend the
symphony and treat yourself to a meal at one of the region's famous
restaurants.
Capital Region
Frederick , Montgomery and Prince George’s counties
in 1791, Maryland donated land that became Washington, D.C., and the
region around our nation's capital has benefited greatly. Far more
than "bedroom" communities, these areas boast a surprising number of
beautiful state and national parks, a wide array of restaurants, and
plenty of history to explore, including the Civil War battleground
where soldiers fought in "The Battle that Saved Washington." The
Frederick Wine Trail leads visitors to six local wineries, and there's
plenty of family fun at Six Flags America.
Southern Maryland
Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties
Southern Maryland is a prime spot for delving into the past. This part
of the state is where 140 Europeans arrived in 1634 to begin a new
colony. Their original capital, St. Mary's City, is preserved as a
living history museum. Visitors will also find that Southern Maryland
is a prime spot for bass fishing -- it's some of the best on the East
Coast -- and the local waterways are great for boating, too.
Eastern Shore
Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties
The Eastern Shore is your destination for plentiful and succulent
Maryland blue crabs. Enjoy a day at the waterfront or go out sailing
on the bay, then come in for Southern-style hospitality as you feast on
the wide variety of tasty crab dishes.
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