Rediscovering New England – New Hampshire (part 3)

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"Men hang out their signs indicative of their respective trades; shoemakers hang out a gigantic shoe, jewelers a monster…

— Daniel Webster shared his sentiments on New Hampshire back in the 1800s. He was a lawyer and statesman who represented New Hampshire and Massachusetts in the U.S. Congress. He knew New Hampshire well, its natural beauty, but also how raw and punishing the region could be, especially its long winters.

This is the third chapter of my journey through New England, a region I left in my youth to see more of the world. Returning now, I am drawn less by nostalgia than by rediscovery. Unlike the days of the early settlers, my time here was filled with creature comforts and fine living, balanced by the great outdoors during its beautiful autumn season.

The White Mountain Way

New Hampshire presents two distinct landscapes. One is known for its mountains and ski resorts; the other, for its coastal region of salt air and rolling hills. In the north, near the Vermont border, the terrain is defined by granite outcrops, clear rivers, and dense forests. There you will find hamlets and villages more reminiscent of Andy Griffith’s Mayberry than of any urban sprawl.