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) Often over-shadowed by the state's popular tourist centers of the White Mountains and Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's cities don't get as much attention. But they are filled with attractions and things to do, making them perfect destinations for relaxing weekend getaways. To those from large metropolitan areas, New Hampshire's cities may seem like towns - and in fact, several of them are. Throughout most of New England, the distinction between towns and cities is based on their form of government, not their size or population. So some of the "cities" in this list are technically towns...

) New Hampshire can thank the glaciers for the abundance of lakes that spread across the landscape, left as the ice receded and melted more than 15,000 years ago. The state officially lists 944 lakes, 17 of them larger than 1000 acres. The largest of all, Lake Winnipesaukee, covers more than 44,000 acres. In choosing the 10 lakes to include, considerations such as access, aesthetics, and activities were more important than size. NH has several larger lakes, including Ossipee Lake and Massabesic, which are not on this list. Some are lined by private cottages and have no public access or beache...

) With all its historic and artistic attractions, most tourists don't go to Rome for the beaches. But after a few days of sightseeing in the city's stifling summer heat, it's good to know there are handy places nearby to take a refreshing dip in the sea. Within an hour of the city are several choices, and only a bit farther brings you to some of the prettiest beach towns on the Lazio coast. Because they are within such easy reach of the city, Romans make good use of their beaches in the summer, especially on weekends and in the traditional vacation month of August, so expect to find crowds of...