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Glastonbury (41n43, 72w37 EST) is a town in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 31,876 at the 2000 census. It was named after the English Glastonbury. Glastonbury is located in Central Connecticut east of the Connecticut River and just 10 minutes Southeast of the state capital, Hartford. Glastonbury is strategically located 9 miles from Hartford, 90 miles from Boston, 102 miles from New York City, 59 miles from Providence and just 20 minutes from the state's major airport. Glastonbury is easily accessible from Route 2, I-84 and I-91.

The town begins on the banks of the Connecticut River and extends up into foothills, many of which provide a view of Hartford's skyline. Some major developments in the town are built entirely on relatively steep hills, such as "Minnechaug Mountain", the major residential area developed from the 70s until late 90s.

A couple state parks and state forests touch the town, including Gay City State Park, a popular area for hiking, horseback riding, and camping.

Glastonbury borders the town and cities of East Hartford, Wethersfield, Portland, Rocky Hill,Cromwell, Marlbourogh,Hebron, Manchester, East Hampton and Bolton. All in CT.

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