Connecticut

Connecticut is a state located in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It is bordered by New York to the west, Massachusetts to the north, Rhode Island to the east, and the Long Island Sound to the south. The Connecticut River bisects the state, and the landscape ranges from coastal towns to rolling hills and small farms. The state capital is Hartford, and the largest city is Bridgeport; other major cities include New Haven, Stamford, and Waterbury.

Connecticut is one of the original Thirteen Colonies and ratified the U.S. Constitution in 1788 as the fifth state. It has a long history of manufacturing and education, including the presence of Yale University in New Haven. The state is known for its mix of urban centers and suburban communities, with significant financial services, health care, and high-technology sectors. The state’s economy benefits from access to interstate highways and rail, as well as proximity to New York City and Boston.

Connecticut has a diverse population and a strong civic culture around education and the arts. The state's government is a constitutional republic with a popularly elected governor and bicameral legislature. The motto is Qui transtulit sustinet, Latin for "He who transplanted sustains," and the state nickname is the Constitution State, reflecting its colonial heritage.