About Our City - Boston
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FUN FACTS ABOUT BOSTON
Boston is the capital and the most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States of America. Founded in 1630, Boston is one of the oldest and most culturally significant cities in the United States. Boston was first settled in the 1600s, and city architecture still reflects its historical roots. Near GEOS, in downtown Boston, you can see a modern skyscraper next to a 300-year-old church. Each year, tourists come from all over the United States to learn about Revolutionary War history. While in Boston, you also can enjoy traditional local foods such as clam chowder, lobster, and Boston baked beans.
- Boston is known as “the Athens of America,” a reference to the city’s more than 100 colleges and universities.
- Boston is one of the most educated cities in the United States. It is steeped in history and
rich in culture.
- Boston is a true sports city with its various professional teams: the Red Sox, Patriots,Celtics, Bruins, and Revolution.
- Its best-known dishes are clam chowder, fish and chips, baked beans, lobster, steamed
clams, and fried clams.
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ACTIVITIES IN BOSTON
GEOS Boston creates a fun learning experience for students from around the world by holding many events and activities. Students can get first-hand experience during their time with us in Boston and get to know more about its greater metropolitan area as well as American culture.
Enjoy its arts and 3 entertainment scenes, which include various events held throughout the year.
Go to professional sports games and experience the enthusiasm of New England fans first-hand.
Enjoy cuisine from all over the world, from traditional local foods all the way to fine Italian or even Ethiopian dining.
Participate in many festivals and events that take place in Boston all year-round.
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BOSTON CLIMATE
Boston Average Temperature
Boston has four distinct seasons. Spring is warm and rainy and the summers are hot and humid. The fall has cool crisp air, and winters are cold and sometimes snowy.
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May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
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Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Min Temperature (celsius) |
-5.5 |
-4 |
-2 |
5 |
10 |
15 |
19 |
18 |
14 |
8 |
3 |
-2 |
| Max Temperature |
2.5 |
4 |
8 |
13 |
19 |
25 |
28 |
27 |
22.5 |
16.5 |
11 |
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Clothing
The standard of dress in Boston varies from casual to formal, depending on the occasion. Casual clothing is
generally acceptable in most restaurants and bars, as well as in most academic settings. Of course, there are
some fine establishments where jackets and ties are needed. We recommend lightweight clothing for summer
along with sunglasses and sun-screen. In winter, hats, scarves, jackets and sweaters will keep you warm.
Bringing an umbrella is recommended as it does rain from time to time in each season.
Time
Boston is on the East Coast of the United States and is on Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is five hours
behind GMT. From about Early April through late October, Boston, along with other east coast states, switches
to Daylight Savings time, which is 4 hours behind GMT. Boston is three hours ahead of California and other
West Coast Destinations.
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