City of Newark was founded in 1666 by Connecticut Puritans. Located only 8 miles west of New York City, Newark is one of America’s oldest destinations, with stunning architecture, rich in culture and history. The city has so many renowned clubs and has a long tradition of jazz. In Newark, you can find the Institute of Jazz Studies, “the world’s foremost jazz archive”. A visit to Newark is a good opportunity to experience through the various ethnic centers.