Over the last decade, Seattle has blossomed into a bustling powerhouse of influence, steering the future of high technology as well as popular culture. The population of this vibrant metropolis is fueled by the latest in software, espresso drinks, music, and visual art that’s often as far on the leading edge as the city itself. Seattle has emerged as one of the most attractive cities in the United States, with an ever-changing skyline that reflects the pioneering spirit that brought settlers here in the mid-19th century.
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An integral part of the Seattle experience, visitors flock to this thriving landmark all year round. Explore the invigorating mix of fresh seafood, farmers’ produce, flower stalls, and ethnic foods.
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The site of the 1962 World’s Fair, the Center is now entirely dedicated to the pursuit of arts and entertainment. While many original edifices remain – the Space Needle being the most recognized – the location also inspires new building designs, such as Frank Gehry’s Experience Music Project.
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Seattle is a major port for both industrial and passenger traffic. Sights along Puget Sound’s Elliott Bay include pier shops and restaurants just blocks from towering industrial cranes loading containers onto freighters.
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A treasure trove of Victorian-era architecture and streets still paved with bricks or cobblestone, Seattle’s original commercial center was established in 1852 when Aurthur A. Denny and David Denny arrived with a handful of fellow pioneers. This is now a protected National Historic District.
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The ID, as locals call it, is a mélange of Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Southeast Asian cultures. Seattle’s Pacific Rim identity makes it a final destination for émigrés from across the Pacific.
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A summer night along Capitol Hill’s main strip can resemble midtown Manhattan in terms of lively street scenes. Expect the unexpected – outrageous attire and flamboyant behavior.
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Officially completed in 1934, the Canal bisects the city and provides access to the sea for pleasure boaters, research vessels, and commercial barges alike.
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One of the nation’s top universities, UW comprises a student body of nearly 40,000, an attractive campus, and huge endowments from local benefactors in the high-tech industry.
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The design of Seattle’s world-class zoo affords its animals vast enclosures. Natural habitats surround the viewing areas and pathways snake through its 92 acres.
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Rising above Puget Sound is a gorgeous 534-acre park. Densely wooded trails, beaches, historic military homes, and wildlife are just some of its attractive features.
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