New Jersey

Regio · 🇺🇸 Verenigde Staten

Inwonertal 9.288.994

Oppervlakte 20.127 km²

Tijdzone America/New_York

Officiële website nj.gov

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New Jersey's Absolute Essentials

This collection spans the historic corridors of the Mid-Atlantic, from Lower Manhattan’s financial landmarks and the poignant National September 11 Memorial to Philadelphia’s colonial heritage in Old City. Coastal highlights include the Victorian charm of Cape May and the iconic boardwalks of Atlantic City and Wildwood. Featured sites include the 1913 neo-Gothic Woolworth Building, the 18th-century Elfreth's Alley, and the remains of the SS Atlantus, a WWI-era concrete ship resting off Cape May Point.

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Museums and Art Centers

This collection features a diverse range of cultural institutions across the New Jersey, Philadelphia, and New York City regions. It includes significant historical sites like the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, Castle Clinton, and the Museum of the American Revolution. Visitors can explore specialized collections such as the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum and the Emlen Physick Estate’s Victorian architecture. The list also highlights vibrant art spaces like the Cherry Street Pier and local galleries in Cape May, alongside interactive venues like the Children’s Museum of Manhattan and the Wetlands Institute.

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Historic Landmarks & Architecture

This collection showcases the Northeast’s architectural evolution, from the 1766 Georgian design of Saint Paul's Chapel to the modern Santiago Calatrava-designed World Trade Center Transportation Hub. Explore financial history at the New York Stock Exchange and Wall Street, or visit Castle Clinton, a circular sandstone fort that served as an immigration station. The list features industrial sites like the 1876 Hopewell Station and the Pratt pony truss bridge in Tinicum, alongside coastal landmarks including the Victorian-style Hereford Inlet Light and the 1859 Cape May Lighthouse.

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Sacred Sites and Temples

This collection highlights a diverse range of religious landmarks across New Jersey and Philadelphia, showcasing architectural styles from colonial to modern. Featured sites include the 18th-century Woodstown Friends Meeting house and the historic Christ Church Philadelphia, known for its ties to the American Revolution. The list also encompasses significant regional centers like the Saint Francis of Assisi Cathedral in Metuchen and various long-standing Presbyterian, Baptist, and Methodist congregations that reflect the area's rich spiritual heritage.

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Theme Parks & Attractions

New Jersey’s leisure landscape features historic boardwalk amusement parks like the 1929-founded Gillian's Wonderland and the 1,000-foot Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Coastal attractions include beachfront water parks in Wildwood and Ocean City, while inland options offer professional-grade golf at Crystal Springs Resort’s seven courses and Greate Bay’s LPGA-hosting grounds. The selection also includes themed miniature golf courses and the Sussex County Fairgrounds, home to the annual New Jersey State Fair.

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Parks and Recreational Areas

This collection features diverse outdoor spaces across New Jersey and Manhattan, ranging from the historic West Harlem Piers and Riverside Park to the expansive Pine Barrens habitat of Peaslee Fish and Wildlife Management Area. The list includes free zoological gardens in Cape May and Bridgeton, specialized environmental parks like Cattus Island, and community hubs such as the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Visitors can find locations for freshwater fishing, coastal birdwatching, and high-tech recreation.

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Viewpoints and Landmarks

This collection highlights architectural landmarks and scenic vistas across New Jersey and the Delaware River region. It features historic engineering like the 1913 neo-gothic Woolworth Building and the Pratt pony truss bridge in Tinicum, alongside modern structures like One World Trade Center. Coastal history is represented by the Sandy Hook Lighthouse, the oldest in the United States, while numerous overlooks in the Delaware Water Gap, such as Mt. Tammany and Sunrise Mountain, offer views of the Kittatinny Mountains and river valley.

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Praktische informatie

Valuta: Amerikaanse dollar USD $ · Betalen met kaart · Algemeen geaccepteerd
Noodnummers: 911 Politie · Ambulance · Brandweer
Elektriciteit: Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz

Talen: Engels
Kraanwater: Veilig om te drinken
Rijrichting: Rechts
Landnummer: +1