Lexington is considered by locals The Birthplace of American Liberty, that is why its motto is What a Glorious Morning for America. Lexington is a beautiful town located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States of America. It is famous in the States and in the whole world because it was the first town in which a shot was made in the American Revolutionary War. The Battle of Lexington took place on April 19, 1775, while the city was settled since 1642, initially as a part of Cambridge County. In present, Lexington has an area of 16.5 square miles and a population of a little over 30,000 residents. If you plan to see it, in Lexington you have the chance to visit great attractions, unique in the area.
Top Attractions within Lexington
Lexington Battle Green or Lexington Common is the site where the first shot of the American Revolution was made. It is located at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue with Harrington Road and now in the exact place of the shot is located a monument in honor of the warriors that fought to protect their country. It was raised in 1900 and sculpted by Henry Hudson Kitson.
Buckman Tavern is one of the most important buildings located in Lexington. It was built at the end of the 17th century by Benjamin Muzzey. In the year of the battle, the tavern was a favorite gathering place for those who received training in this area of Lexington.
Six Moon Hill is a residential neighborhood of Lexington. It was conceived in 1947 and its purpose was to serve as the home of TAC - The Architects Collaborative. The homes located in this area of Lexington have a modern design and the neighborhood is considered to be a great place to raise kids in Lexington.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Lexington | Directions to Lexington | Latitude | Longitude |
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| Arlington | 4/7 | Directions | 42.41537 | -71.15644 |
| Burlington | 4/7 | Directions | 42.50482 | -71.19561 |
| Woburn | 4/7 | Directions | 42.47926 | -71.15228 |
| Waltham | 5/8 | Directions | 42.37649 | -71.23561 |
| Watertown | 6/9 | Directions | 42.37093 | -71.18283 |
| Medford | 6/10 | Directions | 42.41843 | -71.10616 |
| W Newton | 7/11 | Directions | 42.349791 | -71.225015 |
| Brighton | 8/12 | Directions | 42.3501 | -71.15644 |
| Somerville | 8/12 | Directions | 42.3876 | -71.0995 |
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