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Located by the banks of the Delaware River, the city of Burlington was founded in 1677 and was once the capital of West Jersey. Today, Burlington County is home to diverse attractions, quaint villages and townships and more reasons than ever to call it home!
With festivals ranging from the Fall Foliage Family Float Festival to the Earth Fair, over 600 farms, including many “u-pick” farms, over 2,100 acres of parks and recreational areas and hundreds of unique shops and restaurants, Burlington County has “More to Explore.” History buffs can track down sites associated with Ulysses S. Grant, Thomas Paine and Clara Barton, or can visit fascinating prison museums, grist mills or one-room schoolhouses. Historic homes and buildings are prevalent in the area, making each township unique and ideal for exploring. Burlington County also caters to outdoor enthusiasts, who can enjoy six public or 11 private or semi-private golf courses, over 18 miles of the Delaware River, perfect for canoeing or camping, and acres of parks, trails and picnic areas.
Mount Holly, one of Burlington County’s fine townships, offers residents an atmosphere partly unchanged for hundreds of years and partly devoted to the best of modern living. This close-knit community understands the value of excellent education, varied diversions and keeping history alive. This picturesque locale is one that many visitors never leave.
One of Mount Holly’s neighbors, Eastampton, has adopted as its symbol the H. B. Smith Star Bicycle, which many would readily recognize with its one oversized wheel and comparatively tiny second wheel. This bicycle was invented and manufactured in the town in the 1880s and today is a symbol of the community’s commitment to its history and to promoting the healthiest possible quality of life today, and in the future. The duality of history and forward-thinking make this township enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.
Westampton, another of Burlington’s premier townships, was first inhabited by the Delaware Indians and was settled in 1677 by Quakers. Today, the township consists of 12 square miles with Rancocas Creek as a natural southern border. There are many prime residential communities, as well as Rancocas State Park, also home to the Rankokus Indian Reservation, a Nature Center, several high-quality schools and two country clubs with 18-hole championship courses.
With the varied attractions, the combination of old and new and the always-prevalent community spirit, it isn’t difficult to understand why most residents of Burlington County make it their home for a lifetime.
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