Newark, Delaware

Newark is a city in the U.S state of Delaware. Founded by Scots-Irish and Welsh settlers in 1694, the city was officially established in 1758 after receiving a charter form George II of Great Britain. It is a city in New Castle County. It developed further and became an industrial town.

Area & Location: Situated 12 miles west by south of Wilmington, the city is located at is located at 39º40'45? Latitude North and 75º45'29? Longitude West. The city that covers a total area of 23.1 sq. km fully occupied by land, has a population of 28,547.

Tourist Attractions: The city with several monuments attracts people from far and wide.

Transportation: Newark has a rail station that handles several trains connecting various parts of the city. The bus system is the form of public transportation in the city. Newark Liberty International Airport that handles all flights serves the city.

Hotels: The city hotels provide a fantastic ambience that make the people feel at home. The various modern amenities provided by these hotels make them unique. Courtyard Newark, Embassy Suites Newark, Fairfield Inn Wilmington Newark/Christiana Mall, Hilton Wilmington / Christiana, Comfort Inn, Homewood Suites by Hilton Newark / Wilmington South, Staybridge Suites--Wilmington/Newark, Red Roof Inn Wilmington Courtyard Wilmington Newark/Christiana Mall, Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Newark Travelodge, Residence Inn Wilmington Newark and Hawthorn Suites Newark are the world-class hotels in the city.

Places of Attraction: Battle of Cooch's Bridge Monument, the 90-foot tower in Iron Hill Park, Iron Hill Museum that has a collection of minerals, fossils and other artifacts are the historically important must visit places in the city. White Clay Creek State Park that offers hunting, fishing, interpretive programs and hiking on the Mason-Dixon Line are the outdoor activities offered by the city. University of Delaware Botanic Gardens that consist of botanical gardens and an arboretum is an amazing sight.