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Tourism and Travel on The Hudson River
This pocket map follows the course of the Hudson River from New York City to Hadley Falls, providing a detailed depiction of the river’s path through New York State. Each county along the river is differentiated with distinct colors, making it easy to trace the geographical divisions and major settlements. Prominent towns and cities are marked, offering a clear representation of key locations along this vital waterway.
As a "Traveller’s Companion," this map is designed for practical use, offering tables of distances between major U.S. cities, allowing travelers to estimate their journeys. Additionally, it includes a list of principal hotels in New York City, detailing their locations and proprietors, providing valuable information for visitors seeking accommodations. The lengths of principal canals in the United States, both completed and in progress, are also recorded, underscoring the importance of waterways in early American transportation networks.
The title is framed in an ornate decorative scroll motif, enhancing the map’s aesthetic appeal. Accompanying the title is a view of a waterfall, adding a visual element that evokes the scenic beauty of the Hudson River Valley. Additionally, a separate inset map of New York City and its environs is printed on the inside cover, offering travelers a focused look at the urban center at the river’s southern terminus.
This map reflects the growing importance of the Hudson River as a transportation and commercial artery in the early 19th century. At a time when steamboats, stagecoaches, and railroads were expanding travel opportunities, guides such as this provided essential information for both business and leisure travelers.
![[ Manhattan, Brooklyn & Environs ] Map of the City and County of New York. With The Adjacent Country . . . 1829.](https://storage.googleapis.com/raremaps/img/small/112515.jpg)
![[Album of Original Drawings and Watercolors of New York State Scenes, Hudson River, Adirondacks, New York City, Queens, and more]](https://storage.googleapis.com/raremaps/img/small/104492.jpg)
