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Snuggled between the Winooski River and Lake Champlain, Burlington enjoys no shortage of superlatives, having been recognized variously as "America's Dream Town," as one of the "10 Great Places to Raise a Family," and as having one of the country's top Main Street districts. Indeed, Burlington distinguishes itself with a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly downtown area and myriad cultural opportunities, including one of New England's top jazz festivals (the University of Vermont's acclaimed Lane performance series), museums, and seasonal performances by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. Thanks to the handful of area colleges and universities, the town's youthful vigor lasts year-round, resulting in an eclectic music scene – one that has spawned the likes of Phish, whose homespun grooves enjoy a near-religious following nationwide. Add to the mix the city's close proximity to the scenic Green Mountains – a nature-lover's wonderland popular for its ski resorts, hiking trails and, of course, Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory – and it's little wonder that so many people visit Burlington once only to discover that they never want to leave.

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