What is condados de massachusetts?

Massachusetts is composed of 14 counties, which are administrative subdivisions of the state government.

  • Barnstable: Located on Cape Cod and comprises most of the peninsula. It is known for its sandy beaches and tourism.
  • Berkshire: Located in the western part of the state and known for its scenic beauty, arts, and culture, including the Tanglewood Music Festival.
  • Bristol: Located in southeastern Massachusetts and includes cities such as Fall River and New Bedford.
  • Dukes: It is composed of the island of Martha's Vineyard and adjacent smaller islands, known for their idyllic setting and affluent summer residents.
  • Essex: Its county seat is Salem, famous for the witch trials, and includes the cities of Lynn, Lawrence, and Gloucester.
  • Franklin: Located in western Massachusetts and known for its rural landscape and outdoor recreation.
  • Hampden: Its county seat is Springfield, the third-largest city in Massachusetts, and includes the cities of Chicopee and Holyoke.
  • Hampshire: Located in the western part of the state and includes the cities of Amherst and Northampton; It is home to several colleges and universities.
  • Middlesex: The most populous county in the state and home to the city of Boston and several other major cities such as Cambridge, Lowell, and Newton.
  • Nantucket: It is an island located off the southern coast of Cape Cod, known for its beaches, lighthouses, and historic architecture.
  • Norfolk: Located in eastern Massachusetts and includes the city of Quincy and several suburban communities.
  • Plymouth: Located south of Boston and includes the cities of Brockton and Plymouth, the landing site of the Pilgrims in 1620.
  • Suffolk: Comprises Boston and the surrounding cities of Chelsea, Revere, and Winthrop.
  • Worcester: Known for its rolling hills, historical sites, and the city of Worcester, the second-largest city in the state.