One thing you will never hear about Philadelphia is that it lacks character. Philadelphia is chock full of character: you'll find it while you're walking the cobblestone and brick streets of Old City; you'll find it in the thousands of murals that decorate Philadelphia's public walls; you'll find it in the classic Philly cheesesteak you eat for lunch and the adorable BYOB restaurant you patronize for... more local info
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Philadelphia NeighborhoodsIn the northwestern corner of the city lies the affluent Chestnut Hill, marked by large homes (many designed by famous architects) and greenery. A stroll along Germantown Avenue, with old mom-and-pop... more neighborhoods History
Atlantic City: After centuries of being fertile hunting and fishing grounds, this seaside city was acquired in the 1670s by an Englishman, Thomas Budd. Budd made one of the best wagers in history by paying... more history |
