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- Destinations
- North America
- United States of America
- New York
- Hudson Valley and the Catskills
Hudson Valley and the Catskills
Just north of New York City, the Hudson Valley is surprisingly
rural and is littered with charming towns, picturesque farms and
old mansions. Many New Yorkers head this way at the weekend
attracted by the slower pace of life and the scenic drives. The
region's capital, Albany, was founded by Dutch fur trappers in the
17th century and made its money by controlling trade along the Erie
Canal. There is not a great deal to do or see in Albany, but sights
include the New York State Museum and the Albany Institute of
History and Art, which has a good collection of Hudson River School
paintings.
Information & Facts
Language
English is the most common language but Spanish is often
spoken in south-western states.
Money
The US Dollar (USD) is the unit of currency and is divided into
100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. ATMs are
widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars to avoid
hassles. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.