| Filled with a plethora of history, Annapolis has been | | | | historic buildings, some fifteen hundred according to |
| sited as the one of the ten best seasonal cities to | | | | estimates, make up the largest l8th century |
| retire. Filled with a wide variety of activities, and | | | | architecture in the US. The U.S. Naval Academy, |
| having a safe and clean downtown, Annapolis is one | | | | established in 1845, is one of more well-known |
| city which has more cultural venues in which retirees | | | | facilities in Annapolis. So too, arts and entertain play a |
| can participate, in addition to engaging in educational | | | | huge role in this city. With year round fairs and |
| opportunities if desired. | | | | festivals; a ballet troupe; a symphony orchestra and |
| While most retirees search for a city offering four | | | | opera company, as well as its theatres; Annapolis has |
| seasons, look no further than Annapolis, where | | | | been touted as one of the top distinctive |
| activities are available year round. In fact, it has been | | | | destinations in the US. This thriving, living community, |
| estimate that over five thousand new homes are | | | | with a waterside location that offers boating, |
| planned for construction for which those over 55; | | | | yachting, and summertime festivals; attract crowds |
| and another project is underway in which over two | | | | to the City Dock for crisp salt air and views of sailing |
| thousand homes will be built in the Odenton area as | | | | vessels. This charming city is approximately thirty |
| well. Just to give you an idea of the popularity of this | | | | miles from Baltimore, Washington, and Delaware. |
| city, many who have moved away are returning in | | | | As an ideal place to retire, Annapolis wins hands |
| droves. | | | | down. If you are a history aficionado, or have a |
| Annapolis has been called the "Athens of America," | | | | particular love for the arts, this city will welcome you |
| and besides the many important figures who have | | | | with open arms. |
| been associated with this city, it is an area where its | | | | |