Boston has many nicknames, inspired by various historical contexts. They include:The City on a HillCame from governor John Winthrop's goal, of the original Massachusetts Bay Colony, to create the biblical "City on a Hill." It also refers to the original three hills of Boston. The City by the BayComes from its location facing Massachusetts Bay and serving as the capital of the original Massachusetts Bay Colony. The Hubis a shortened form of a phrase recorded by writer Oliver Wendell Holmes, The Hub of the Solar System. This has since developed into The Hub of the Universe. The Athens of Americais a title given by William Tudor, co-founder of the North American Review, for Boston's great cultural and intellectual influence. Also a nickname of Philadelphia. The Puritan CityWas given in reference to the religion of the city's founders. The Cradle of LibertyDerives from Boston's role in instigating the American Revolution. Also, a nickname of Philadelphia. City of NotionsWas coined at least as early as 1823. America's Walking CityWas given due to Boston's compact nature and high population density, which have made walking an effective and popular mode of transit in the city. BeantownRefers to the regional dish of Boston baked beans. In colonial days, a favorite Boston food was beans slow-baked in molasses. TitletownRefers to Boston's historic success in certain sports, specifically the Boston Celtics, who have won an NBA record 18 championships, and the New England Patriots, who have won six Super Bowl titles. City of ChampionsMuch like Titletown—refers to Boston's history of success in certain sports, with the Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and New England Patriots each having won more than one national championship. The Olde TowneComes from the fact that Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It is also used in reference to the Boston Red Sox. City of NeighborhoodsBoston is sometimes called a "city of neighborhoods" because of the profusion of diverse subsections.