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In the land of maple trees and ski slopes, Montpelier stands out as a capital city and also for a unique cultural phenomenon known as the Valentine Phantom. It is disputed whether the mysterious Valentine Phantom first came to the city in the early 1990s or at the start of 2000, but the practice of an unknown person covering store fronts, government buildings, and even chimney stacks with red hearts on white paper has become a ubiquitous part of city life. So much so, that a Main Street church d...
First settled in 1787, the central location has served this capital city well. The French city of Montpellier served as the inspiration for the name, as a nod of thanks for the French support during the American Revolution. Post-revolutionary war roots and the seat of Vermont government gives the area loads of historical and politico vibes. The city as a whole is known for its forward thinking and support of green living with the state's first hydro-powered electricity in 1884, modern legislative acts in support of sustainable farming, and independent businesses and theaters. View Montpelier City Guide