Lower Merion Township is closest to Philadelphia and is home to some of the most attractive Main Line towns including Gladwyne, Haverford, Bryn Mawr and Villanova. Some of the nation’s most prestigious and historical institutions are located in this region, including Villanova University, Haverford College and Bryn Mawr College. The area is graced with fine estates, quaint historic buildings, as well as exclusive shops. These towns are also home to some of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the United States.