Often voted one of America's most beautiful and vibrant cities, Burlington is the economic and cultural center of Vermont, as well as the state's largest city. Its crown jewel is Lake Champlain and the panoramic views of the Adirondack mountains across the lake in New York. The lake and mountains are visible from many locations within the city and from the city's 8-mile shoreline bike path and lakefront parks. Burlington blends the amenities and cultural offerings of a bustling urban area with the charm of a modest-sized university town, minutes away from the countryside. Annual events include food and wine festivals, an international jazz festival, a summer farmer's market, an Irish heritage festival and big city cultural offerings such as road company Broadway shows, ballets, and operas.
