Albany is in the state of New York in the United States of America. It is an often overlooked city, and rarely considered much of a tourist attraction. However it has quite a vibrant history that would give Chicago a run for its money! Though some find Albany fairly depressing, since many state workers leave in droves after 4:30pm, a more vibrant scene downtown is currently underway. Revitalization keeps more workers around after hours and crowded bars/restaurants are not as uncommon as you think.

Nevertheless, Albany can offer some unique historical perspectives, if a traveller is willing to look. As the start of the Erie canal, and as the location of the historically famous Fort Orange, Albany was important in early American history. During the Prohibition era, Albany was a center for the smuggling of alcohol from Canada. Pulitzer Prize winner William Kennedy wrote a series of novels about Albany that brings it to life, and will make the visit of any casual traveller far more engaging. (information found in Wikitravel)

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