The Berkshires

In the western Massachusetts region of the Berkshires, which is mountainous, nature and the arts coexist together. Although a few of the hills reach higher altitudes, the majority of the hills are below 1,200 feet (360 meters) in height. There are many hiking paths across the Berkshires, including stretches of the Appalachian Trail.

Bash Bush Falls, the tallest waterfall in Massachusetts, is situated here. When tourists weary of trekking, they can visit a few art galleries, such as the Norman Rockwell Museum, or attend a concert at Tanglewood Music Center. The Berkshires serve as the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

The Berkshires are a charming combination of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and year-round outdoor activities in westernmost Massachusetts. The Tanglewood Music Festival, Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, and Williamstown Theatre Festival are just a few of the renowned performing arts occasions that the area hosts during the summer months. The Mass MoCA, the Clark Art Institute, and the Norman Rockwell Museum are must-see destinations for art enthusiasts.

The birthplaces of campaigners Susan B. Anthony and W.E.B. DuBois, the residences of writers Edith Wharton and Herman Melville, and Naumkeag, a palace and gardens from the Gilded Age are just a few of the many fascinating historic properties in the area. Autumn brings with it beautiful fall foliage that covers the hills and mountains, attracting hordes of leaf peepers as well as winter sports lovers as soon as there is enough snow.

• Location: Massachusetts