"Rochester: Home Sweet Home" a Rochester Travel Page by nuker

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I have lived in Rochester for almost 15 years and have done the majority of my growing up here. Rochester is a small city in comparison to many in the US, but has much to offer. The incredible part to Rochester I keep realizing is the important role it played in American History. Rochester was a major site for Women's Sufrage in the 19th century, led by Susan B. Anthony. Rochester also boasts the gravesite of the great Abolitionist,Frederick Douglass.

Rochester sits south on one of the Great Lakes, Lake Ontario to the North and the Southern Tier to the South. Just a couple of hours East is the Adirondak Mountains. To the West is Buffalo and Niagara Falls. The Genesee River and High Falls in Rochester adds a beautiful touch to the city.

In 1998, Rochester was one on ten communities nationwide to receive the All-America City Award for being a great place in which to live. Rochester has MANY great places to get a meal. All kinds of restaurants, from Thai to Indian to Chinese. Two meals must be The Garbage plate and Pizza and Wings.

Unfortunately, Rochester has a bad rap for the weather from rain to snow storms to prety cold winters. This reputation is mostly earned as we do get our share of rain, cold, and snow, but it is not as bad as most people think or even say. I am biased though as I like cold weather and snow for a few months out of the year to snow shoe and cross country ski. Walking around the area after a fresh snow is one of the most intoxicating feelings one can have if they enjoy natural beauty. As much as people say they hate the snow, the vast majority relish the buildup to a great storm and the aftermath. The snow removal is legendary and we all remember and talk about how we tried to get to work or why we could not make it to work. The stories get more exciting and bold each year!

The different seasons is what honestly makes this area nice to live in - warm weather all the time mixed with the occasional hurricane and tornado would drive me crazy. I will take a beautiful snow storm over these natural disastors around the country any day of the week! Be strong - handle the cold and enjoy the warm days as we have plenty from May- October.

Visit the wineries, downtown Rochester, Pittsford, and other areas that make this place wonderful to live in and visit. Enjoy the many places to eat and try the local beers and wine.