Salem is a historic city on Massachusetts’ north coast, not far from Boston. Salem has had a very rich and turbulent history and was one of the most important seaports in the Puritan American era. Salem is world famous for its 1692 witch trials, an event marked with the Witch House, the former home of the judge during the trial, and other attractions.

While the witch trial gave Salem much of its identity, the city is also home to the famous Peabody Essex Museum, with a spectacular collection of art from all over the world.

The Pioneer Village and the Charter Street Historic District preserve much of the city’s architectural past. Salem Map

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