Known as "The Chosen Spot", Canandaigua is a picturesque city in New York State's Ontario County. Boasting Seneca origins, the city flourished in the mid-19th Century as an important railroad junction. Today, Canandaigua is a popular tourist town that attracts many visitors throughout the year. A delight for history and architecture buffs, the city is home to a number of beautiful historic structures that are reminiscent of the Victorian era. The Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Historic Park is the best-preserved example of its Victorian heritage. The Granger Homestead & Carriage House Museum is another lovely attraction that dates back to the year 1816.