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About Rhode Island
The smallest of the United States is also one of the most panoramic and diverse regions in the nation. Through the centuries, Rhode Island has matured into a land as diverse and appealing as the dynamic people who call it home.
In spite of its location in the heart of the cosmopolitan East Coast, the state's western border from Block Island Sound to the Massachusetts border preserves rural charm and beauty. The impressive capital city of Providence serves as the bustling hub of government, commerce, education, business, and culture for the entire state.
Three powerful industries drive the state's diverse economy: health services, tourism, and manufacturing. This corner of New England has traditionally been a major producer of jewelry and boats but is expanding into fields like electronics and ocean technologies. The booming tourist industry is responsible for many supportive businesses and billions of dollars in related sales each year. In the services sector, information technology and finance are two of the rapidly growing industries.
