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Dennis Port is located an hour and a half from the Massachusetts capital of Boston and is centrally-located in Cape Cod. This little village within the town of Dennis lies along Nantucket Sound, a short ferry ride from the islands of Martha's Vineyards and Nantucket. The town of Dennis is considered part of the “Mid Cape” region along with Barnstable, the Cape's largest town that also gives the name to the county where Cape Cod is located. In itself, Dennis is home to 18 beaches, which are known as some of the best in the USA.
The town was first founded in 1639 as part of the town of Yarmouth, until It separated from the latter in 1793. Historically, Dennis has been a seafaring town, with commerce centered around Shiverick Shipyard, which is now marked by a plaque at the historic site. The maritime tradition continues in the Cape, and the waters are filled with fishing and private vessels throughout the year.
Also notable in the area are the stately mansions, since many of them had been historic captains' homes. Some of these mansions are still inhabited today, while others have been remodeled and converted into bed and breakfasts–a perfect choice of lodgings for this history enthusiast. Rich in history, yet still filled with modern delights and facilities, Dennis Port is really a destination that everyone would appreciate: it is quickly apparent why tourists have flocked to the Cape for decades and made it a primary vacation spot.
The town was first founded in 1639 as part of the town of Yarmouth, until It separated from the latter in 1793. Historically, Dennis has been a seafaring town, with commerce centered around Shiverick Shipyard, which is now marked by a plaque at the historic site. The maritime tradition continues in the Cape, and the waters are filled with fishing and private vessels throughout the year.
Also notable in the area are the stately mansions, since many of them had been historic captains' homes. Some of these mansions are still inhabited today, while others have been remodeled and converted into bed and breakfasts–a perfect choice of lodgings for this history enthusiast. Rich in history, yet still filled with modern delights and facilities, Dennis Port is really a destination that everyone would appreciate: it is quickly apparent why tourists have flocked to the Cape for decades and made it a primary vacation spot.