by Angel Rodrigues

Created on: September 08, 2008   Last Updated: April 18, 2011

Fall River, Massachusetts is a hidden treasure when it comes to travel destinations. The food, the people, the historical buildings and small business America in the heart of Massachusetts. No one can visit Fall River, without walking away with a unique sense of pride, just as the residents do every day. Fall River's rich history and culture makes for a great stop on a tour of Southeastern Massachusetts. Original home to the Pokanoket Wampanoag tribe, then later settled by members of the Plymouth Colony Fall River was settled in one of the states most breath taking area's. Cradled by two bodies of water, the Mount Hope Bay and the Taunton River, Fall River was destined for great things.

The use of water to fuel machines in the early 19th century and the high demand of products for the budding region, put Fall River on the map as the "Textile Manufacturing center of the United States" (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fall_River,_MA). With a quickly growing economy, Fall River's bustling downtown area was the place to be and still is today. In the 2000 census, Fall River had 91,938 residents. With both residents and tourists, Fall River's attractions and events keep the economy alive and well.

One of the main draws for tourists to Fall River is the Battleship Cove. Home to wartime crew of the World War II battleship and the USS Massachusetts, the Cove attracts thousands of visitors each year. The Cove houses the historic carousel from the once popular tourist spot Lincoln Park. Updated and maintained in its original look, the Lincoln Park Carousel adds to the rich experience of history and fun at this popular tourist spot. With the expansive Taunton River on one side and the popular Fall River Heritage State Park on the other, the Cove's visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the historic museum and park area's, while feeding the ducks and enjoying the cool breezes that welcome the visitors to this family oriented vacation spot.

During the month of August, every year Fall River holds the Fall River Celebrates America festival. Complete with local bands on one stage and mainstream acts on another, this event draws thousands of locals and tourists to the area. Utilizing the Cove and Heritage Park, this celebration gathers local food, carnival favorites, amusement rides and carnival games for good, family fun. This festival is just one of many that Fall River puts on all year long. For every Portuguese holiday and Catholic saint there is a festival to match. Fall

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