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Edison, New Jersey Travel Guide

INTRODUCTION

Edison is a township in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Edison is home to one of the most famous malls of the area known as the Menlo Park Mall. However, the town is not only a place for shopping but also a place at which one can relax with nature. With parks such as Roosevelt Park or Oak Tree Pond one is always close to finding tranquility in the city of Edison.

HISTORY

Edison was formed in the 17th century. It was named after the inventor Thomas Alva Edison, who came up with popular inventions such as the phonograph and an incandescent light bulb filament.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Today, Edison is one of the fastest growing towns in New Jersey. There is a high number of residents from India and China, as well as large Jewish and Muslim communities. Therefore, you can find a number of temples and mosques there that serve the religious needs of these communities.

ATTRACTIONS

Edison has several beautiful green spaces such as the Roosevelt Park and Oak Tree Pond, where you can go for a walk, participate in outdoor activities or just relax and enjoy nature. The country club Plainfield West Nine offers golf courses.

RESTAURANTS

Due to the large number of foreign residents in Edison, there's a great variety of dining places from different cultures.

LODGING

PERSONAL STORIES