Strange Journeys

Discovering New England’s Most Unusual Road Trip Destinations

De: The Practical Atlas

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Discover the hidden, the mysterious, and the downright unusual corners of New England in Strange Journeys: Discovering New England’s Most Unusual Road Trip Destinations. While most guides highlight lighthouses, covered bridges, and autumn foliage, this book takes you far off the beaten path. From the eerie secrets of Yale’s Skull and Bones Tomb to the whispering acoustics of Boston’s Mapparium, from Vermont’s chilling Bennington Triangle to the whimsical Giant Chair in Gardner, Massachusetts, you’ll explore a side of New England that blends history, folklore, and roadside Americana. Each chapter reveals a one-of-a-kind destination that will transform your next road trip into a journey of wonder.

Perfect for curious travelers, history buffs, and lovers of the strange, this book uncovers attractions you won’t find in traditional travel guides. You’ll encounter optical illusions that defy physics, deserts where no desert should exist, abandoned asylums that stir both awe and unease, and museums that celebrate the everyday in unexpected ways. Along the way, you’ll gain insight into the legends, myths, and stories that make New England one of the most culturally rich and quirky regions in the United States.

Whether you’re planning a dedicated tour of oddities or simply want to add a few unforgettable detours to your trip, Strange Journeys is your companion to the weird and wonderful. Equal parts travel guide, cultural history, and storytelling collection, it ensures that your time on the road will be filled with surprises. Pack your curiosity, embrace the unexpected, and prepare to see New England in a whole new light.

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