# Upstate new york
The Largest Farm Animal Sanctuary in New York State is a Must-Visit
Many people are unaware that New York state is home to one of the largest animal sanctuaries in the entire country. This 300-acre park is home to more than 800 rescued farm animals and is an absolute must-visit for any and all animal lovers. Keep reading to learn more.
This New York Lake Was Just Named One of the Most Beautiful in the Country
During the warm months of summer, there's no better place to head to than a lake. New York is home to more than 7,600 freshwater lakes, ponds, and reservoirs, as well as portions of two of the five Great Lakes and over 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, so how do you decide which one to pay a visit to?
This New York Farm Has One of the Largest Sunflower Fields in the Country
Sunflower season is upon us. Every summer, between late July and August, sunflower fields light up in bright yellow hues as buds begin to bloom and there's no better way to take in all the beauty than visiting a sunflower farm.
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Chuang Yen Monastery | Buddhist Temple | Upstate New York | A Spot for Meditation & Relaxation
Hello Everyone! Welcome to Chuang Yen Monastery! It is a Buddhist temple complex situated on 225 acres in Kent, Putnam County, New York - about 1 hour 30 min drive from Manhattan. The temple is home to the largest indoor statue of a Buddha in the Western Hemisphere. The name "Chuang Yen" means "Majestically Adorned". This Monastery has been closed during pandemic and just reopened for visitors. Now you can come and visit this place any day you want from 10am to 3pm. Location: 2020 NY-301, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512 No tickets needed. No reservations required. Just come and enjoy this place. For more info go here: <a href="www.baus.org">www.baus.org</a>
Paninis on Parade at Murphy’s Law Irish Pub
A shot of Murphy's Law Irish Pub in Rochester, New York.Photo by J.M. Lesinski. A hot sandwich can go by many names, but a well-executed panini will always look like a panini, not smushed bread leaking fluids. Murphy’s Law Irish Pub in Rochester, New York has not only perfected the panini in appearance and taste but has formulated one of the largest panini menus in the upstate New York area hands down.
New COVID Vaccine Pop-up Site Opens at Clinton Community College
As New Yorkers begin to feel the aftermath of the holiday COVID surges, those in the north country were pleased to learn of a new pop-up site made available to them. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently revealed the location of the new pop-up vaccination site in Plattsburgh, New York, which is now open from ten in the morning until seven in the evening at the Clinton Community College Gymnasium for first, second, and booster dose appointments.
Family friendly things to do at Lake Champlain: Upstate NY and Vermont with kids and pets
If you're looking for a relaxing AND adventurous getaway in the Northeast, Lake Champlain is your destination. From kayaking to hiking, zip lining to quiet nights by a fire, there is no shortage of things to do. Travel with us as we explore Lake Champlain around New York's North Country and Vermont. Have you visited Lake Champlain? Comment below and let us know what your favorite thing to do at the lake!