Morris County's seat was among several areas of New Jersey celebrated for its historic charm in a recent listing from WorldAtlas.com .

The geography website named Morristown as one of seven towns in the state that "echo the past." From cobblestone streets to vintage architecture, each of the municipalities "invite visitors to slow down and experience history not as a relic, but as a living, breathing part of everyday life," the article stated.

World Atlas called Morristown "a cornerstone of American independence" for the role it played in the Revolutionary War. The town is home to Morristown National Historical Park, a museum marking the spot where then-Gen. George Washington and his troops endured frigid winter conditions during the conflict. More: 'Marquis de Lafayette' returns to P

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