Located in the nation’s northeast, the New England region, Connecticut’s size is no indication of the amount of attractions the state has to offer its visitors. Connecticut is basically divided into five regions, Fairfield, Litchfield Hills, Greater New Haven, River Valley, and Mystic County. Starting in the southwest region and heading east, visitors can catch a glimpse of the varied marine wildlife at the Maritime Aquarium. Excitement abounds at the Lake Compounce Theme Park, home to a wet and wild water park and a thrilling, twisting-turning wooden rollercoaster. The Barker Character, Comic, and Cartoon Museum is also sure to be a hit with the kids. Beachcombers and lovers can enjoy a relaxing stroll along the sandy shore or take a dip in the Atlantic at Connecticut’s largest beach, Hammonasset Beach State Park. View famous works by world renowned painters Manet, Picasso, and Van Gogh at the Yale University Art Gallery. Cheer on your favorite NASCAR driver at the Stafford Motor Speedway. Step into the two humungous hangars that comprise the New England Air Museum, where you’ll find over 80 aircraft on display. Visit Mark Twain’s and Harriet Beecher Stowe’s preserved Victorian homes or Sam Colt’s firearms collection at the Museum of Connecticut History. Take a gamble with the roll of the dice at Foxwoods Resort Casino, the world’s largest gaming complex. Visit patriot Nathan Hale’s quaint family farmhouse. Or simply take a scenic drive and photograph the array of colors that come every season with Connecticut’s fall foliage.