25 Reasons Why Connecticut Is 'Heaven on Earth'

OK, this may be a tad boastful, but Connecticut is basically Heaven on earth.

Really?

Yes, really. Don't believe me? Well, The Huffington Post believes it, and lists 25 reasons why.

"Whether it’s fall, winter, spring, or summer, Connecticut is always picturesque," writes Associate Editor Minou Clark. "From its idyllic waterfront parks, to the quaint farms in the countryside, to the bustling urban city centers, this state has something for everyone."

Below are 20 of the 25 reasons Connecticut is the tops, according to Clark and the HuffPost (in her words, and in no particular order of awesomeness). To see the final five, you'll have to click here to view the full list:

• Connecticut has the perfect fusion of urban and rural
• The scenic waterside views and lighthouses are truly one of a kind
• The fall foliage is postcard-worthy. Seriously. It’s the best there is
• The best pizza in America is located right in New Haven. And YES IT REALLY IS THE BEST OF THE BEST
• Spring comes in full-bloom every year and cherry blossoms line the streets
• During every holiday season, Connecticut parks become the definition of a winter wonderland
• White picket fences and old-school colonial constructions give Connecticut neighborhoods a quaint, vintage feel
• There are dozens of breathtaking lakes like Lake Waramaug, or Candlewood Lake, where you can fish, swim, and enjoy the sunset
• Because Connecticut is on the coast, you’re spoiled with some of New England’s finest beaches like Silver Sands State Park in Milford and Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme
• Some of the most beautiful and prestigious college campuses are in Connecticut like Yale, University of Connecticut, Connecticut College, and Wesleyan
• Not to mention UCONN has the most successful women’s basketball teams in the nation, which obviously ups Connecticut’s cool factor by a million
• Town parks along the Long Island Sound make for the ultimate picturesque weekend stroll
• If you ever get bored of the countryside, there are plenty of bustling cities to entertain you like Hartford, New Haven, or Stamford.
• There are gorgeous waterfalls and endless hiking opportunities. Just look at how pretty Enders State Forest is, guys. IT’S BASICALLY THE GARDEN OF EDEN.
• You can sail the Long Island Sound
• You can become a fly fishing master and catch your own dinner, like this duo did in West Cornwall
• All that nautical activity means one thing: AMAZING FRESH SEAFOOD FOR DAYS
• If anyone doubts Connecticut has a party scene, just take them over to Mohegan Sun or Foxwoods Resort Casino
• There’s plenty of historic architecture to feast your eyes on, like Saint Michael’s in Litchfield
• There are endless landmarks to see, like the Connecticut State Capitol building, and historic sights dating back to the 1600s

Click here to view the final five reasons and the full list on The Huffington Post.

Photo credit: Barbara Heins