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Cambridge (Massachusetts)

Description: Cambridge is the spirited, slightly mischievous side of Boston, located just a bridge away on the other side of the ... more

Cambridge (Massachusetts) ... Charles River. Cambridge is a city in the Greater Boston area of Massachusetts, United States. It was named in honor of Cambridge, England. Cambridge is most famous for the two prominent universities that call it home: Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. It is the fifth most populous city in the state. Packed with international flair and a youthful vitality, Cambridge is a city where counter-culture still lives, classic culture thrives, and multicultural is a way of life.

Newest Review: ... 'Boston's Left Bank', it is on the other side of the Charles River to Boston. It took us around 10 minutes in a cab to reach the centre of Boston. You can also take the T (The Boston Subway) from Harvard Square into Boston. Harvard University Harvard was founded in 1636; old by anyone's standards, but especially in America! It is one of the world's most respected seats ... more

... of learning. The university is spread out over Cambridge, but most of the historical buildings are situated in Harvard Yard. Harvard University also has a number of museums which you are able to visit. There are 3 art museums: Fogg Art Museum in whi...more

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Cambridge (Massachusetts): If you're going to Boston, Stay in Cambridge! (553 words)
by - written on 23/04/02 (Very useful, 24 readings)
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Just over a year ago I booked flights to Boston for a long weekend with my mum. As I had booked at the last minute, many of the hotels in Boston were booked-up and/or very expensive. My travel agent (Trailfinders) advised me to try looking at hotels in Cambridge which is just over the river from the centre of Boston. I did this and booked into the Hyatt Regency Cambridge; I'm very glad I did, Cambridge is a great place to stay. Overview: Cambridge is home to Harvard and MIT, with a large student population it has a truly cosmopolitan and vibrant atmosphere. The residential architecture is in the New England style and it is a very pretty town. ... Read the complete review