South Street - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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South Street Philadelphia
Known as Philadelphia's liveliest and funkiest strip, the street has more than 300 stores and restaurants.
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- ... Mark then took us through the Italian market area in South Philly, and eventually to Rita's water ice on South Street ...
- ... Its called South Street ...
- ... on South Street Crazy good time ...
- ... We went downtown to the art museum where the famous Rocky statue is and we went down South street which has tons of crazy little stores but it was a little too cold to get out plus I am trying to save money ...
- ... I came for my winter break and enjoyed shopping on South Street and in Old City and walking along Kelly Drive ...
- ... First stop was south street we grabbed a slice of Lorrenzos cheese pizza which was huge ...
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- No loud radios sign at South Street by Grnybeanie from a blog titled On to Philly
- Strassenkuenstler in der South Street by Johannahoerner from a blog titled Alleine unterwegs ?!
- Mark having a drink on South Street by Lauravanwaas from a blog titled Philadelphia - a very 'historic' stopover
- South Street by Amber_darling from a blog titled On a roll.....
- South Street by Edwardallin from a blog titled Fantastic Philadelphia
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Starting Point: Broad Street .
Broad Street is a major arterial street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It runs for approximately 13 miles beginning at the intersection of Cheltenham Avenue on the border of Cheltenham Township and the West/East Oak Lane neighborhoods of North Philadelphia to the Philadelphia Navy Yard in South Philadelphia. It is Pennsylvania Route 611 along its entire length with the exception of its northernmost part between historic Old York Road and Pennsylvania Route 309 (Cheltenham Avenue) and the southernmost part south of Interstate 95.
Broad Street runs north–south, in between 13th Street and 15th Street (there is no 14th Street in Philadelphia, because Broad Street takes its place). It is interrupted by Philadelphia City Hall, which stands where Broad and Market Street would intersect in the center of the city. The streets of Penn Square, Juniper Street, John F. Kennedy Boulevard, and 15th Street form a circle around City Hall at this point. It is one of the earliest planned streets in the United States, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a continuous north-south street, planned by surveyor Thomas Holme and developed for Philadelphia in 1681[1]
Public transportation includes SEPTA's Broad Street Line subway, which served an average of about 137,000 riders per weekday in 2010, running beneath Broad for most of its length. The subway starts in the Fern Rock neighborhood and extends through Center City to Pattison Avenue in South Philadelphia.
Philadelphia (/ˌfɪləˈdɛlfiə/) is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the fifth-most populous in the United States, with an estimated population in 2014 of 1,560,297.[6][7][8][9][10] In the Northeastern United States, at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, Philadelphia is the economic and cultural anchor of the Delaware Valley, a metropolitan area home to 7.2 million people and the eighth-largest combined statistical area in the United States.
The area's many universities and colleges make Philadelphia a top international study destination, as the city has evolved into an educational and economic hub.[14][15] With a gross domestic product of $388 billion, Philadelphia ranks ninth among world cities and fourth in the nation.[16] Philadelphia is the center of economic activity in Pennsylvania and is home to seven Fortune 1000 companies. The Philadelphia skyline is growing, with several nationally prominent skyscrapers.[17] The city is known for its arts, culture, and history, attracting over 39 million domestic tourists in 2013.[18] Philadelphia has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city,[19] and Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world.[20] The 67 National Historic Landmarks in the city helped account for the $10 billion generated by tourism.[18] Philadelphia is the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps,[21][22] and is also the home of many U.S. firsts, including the first library (1731),[23] first hospital (1751)[23] and medical school (1765),[24] first Capitol (1777),[23] first stock exchange (1790),[23] first zoo (1874),[25] and first business school (1881).[26] Philadelphia is the only World Heritage City in the United States.
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7. Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia
8. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
9. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center
1. Sofitel Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA
Luxury Hotel on Rittenhouse Square
Popular property highlights: Free WiFi, 24-hour business center, Smoke-free property, Babysitting or childcare (surcharge), 24-hour front desk.
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2. The Warwick Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
S 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA
Philly hotel 1 block from Rittenhouse Square
Popular property highlights: Free WiFi, 24-hour business center, Laundry facilities, Smoke-free property, 24-hour front desk.
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3. Best Western Plus Philadelphia Convention Center Hotel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Vine Street, Philadelphia
Philadelphia hotel in Center City, walk to Reading Terminal Market
Popular property highlights: Breakfast included, Free WiFi, Business center, Smoke-free property, 24-hour front desk.
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4. Club Quarters Hotel in Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Historic hotel in Downtown Philadelphia opposite Liberty Place.
Popular property highlights: Free WiFi, Restaurant, Business center, Laundry facilities, Smoke-free property.
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5. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Market St, Philadelphia, PA
4-star Parkway Museum District hotel in Logan Square, walk to Ben Franklin National Memorial
Popular property highlights: Free WiFi, Restaurant, Outdoor pool, 24-hour business center, Smoke-free property.
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6. La Reserve Bed & Breakfast, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
1804/1806 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
3.5-star Philadelphia bed & breakfast in Center City, near Liberty Bell Center
Popular property highlights: Breakfast included, Free WiFi, Concierge services.
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7. Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia hotel is a national landmark
Popular property highlights: Free WiFi, Restaurant, Indoor pool, 24-hour business center, 24-hour front desk.
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8. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA
Family-friendly Philadelphia hotel in Old City, walk to Independence Hall
Popular property highlights: Restaurant, 24-hour business center, Smoke-free property, Babysitting or childcare (surcharge), 24-hour front desk.
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9. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA
Luxury Philadelphia hotel in Rittenhouse Row, near Liberty Bell Center
Popular property highlights: Restaurant, 24-hour business center, Smoke-free property, Multilingual staff, Concierge services.
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10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia aparthotel in Chinatown, walk to Reading Terminal Market
Popular property highlights: Breakfast included, Free WiFi, Indoor pool, 24-hour business center, Laundry facilities.
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LANCASTER Pennsylvania Downtown & GHETTO Driving Tour - 4k
In this video we drive through Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Lancaster is a city located in South Central Pennsylvania which serves as the seat of Pennsylvania's Lancaster County and one of the oldest inland towns in the United States. With a population of 59,322, it ranks eighth in population among Pennsylvania's cities.
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Bellargo Piarge Introduces new location at 501 South Street Philadelphia Pa
2213 South Street #1 Philadelphia, PA 19146
Welcome to this adorable one bedroom condominium in a boutique building in the heart of Graduate Hospital. Built in 2007, this perfectly designed unit is ideal for modern city living. Step inside to the open eat in kitchen and living room space with two large south facing windows which overlook the South Square Fountained Plaza and modern fixtures and recessed lighting throughout. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including Fisher Paykal dishwasher, Frigidaire wall mounted oven, Electrolux glass-top stove, white marble tile backsplash and frosted cabinetry. The bedroom features ample closet space, built in frosted storage cabinetry and provides direct access to the fabulous 3 piece marble bath with jacuzzi tub and glass surround. Enjoy the ultra-convenient location of South Street's many boutiques, BYOB’s, City Fitness, La Va, Starbucks and the brand new Heirloom grocery store which surrounds the South Square Urban Plaza. This fabulous unit is also located with the Albert M. Greenfield catchment and within a short stroll to Penn, CHOP, the Schuylkill Trail and all that Center City has to offer.
Hyatt at the Bellevue - Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) - United States
Hyatt at the Bellevue hotel city: Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) - Country: United States
Address: 200 South Broad Street; zip code: PA 19102
This 4-star hotel is located in downtown Philadelphia, a short walk from the Walnut-Locust Subway Station. The historic hotel offers a spacious fitness center, a gourmet restaurant and spa services.
-- Cet hôtel 4 étoiles est situé dans le centre-ville de Philadelphie, à quelques pas de la station de métro Walnut-Locust. Cet hôtel historique possède un centre de remise en forme, un restaurant gastronomique et des services de spa.
-- Este hotel de 4 estrellas está situado en el centro de Filadelfia, a pocos pasos de la estación de metro Walnut-Locust. El histórico hotel ofrece un amplio gimnasio, un restaurante gourmet y servicios de spa.
-- Dieses 4-Sterne-Hotel liegt im Zentrum von Philadelphia nur wenige Gehminuten vom U-Bahnhof Walnut-Locust entfernt. Das historische Hotel bietet Ihnen ein großzügiges Fitnesscenter, ein Gourmetrestaurant und einen Wellnessbereich.
-- Dit viersterrenhotel bevindt zich in het centrum van Philadelphia, op een korte wandeling van metrostation Walnut-Locust. Het historische hotel biedt een ruime fitnessruimte, een gastronomisch restaurant en een spa.
-- Questo hotel a 4 stelle sorge nel centro di Philadelphia, a pochi passi dalla fermata della metro Walnut-Locust. Struttura storica, offre uno spazioso centro fitness, un ristorante gourmet e servizi spa.
-- Este hotel de 4 estrelas está localizado na baixa de Filadélfia, perto da Estação de Metro Walnut-Locust. O hotel histórico apresenta um espaçoso centro de fitness, um restaurante gourmet e serviços de spa.
-- フィラデルフィアのダウンタウンに位置し、地下鉄Walnut-Locust駅から徒歩ですぐの4つ星ホテルです。歴史あるHyatt at the Bellevueは、広々としたフィットネスセンター、グルメレストラン、スパサービスを提供しています。 全客室に薄型テレビ、iPodドッキングステーション、バスローブ、毎日の新聞が備わっています。 最上階に位置するXIX...
-- 这家四星级酒店位于费城市中心，距离Walnut-Locust地铁站仅有很短的步行路程。这家历史悠久的酒店提供一个宽敞的健身中心、一间美食餐厅和温泉浴场服务。 Hyatt at the Bellevue酒店的每间客房均设有平面电视iPod基座。每间客房还设有浴袍和每日报纸。 XIX (NINETEEN) Restaurant餐厅位于Bellevue Hyatt酒店的顶楼，提供海鲜，并享有城市美景。客人还可以在休闲咖啡厅用餐或者在休息室享用饮品。 Rittenhouse...
-- Ten czterogwiazdkowy hotel mieści się w centrum Filadelfii, kilka minut piechotą od stacji metra Walnut-Locust. Ten zabytkowy hotel oferuje przestronne centrum fitness, wyśmienitą restaurację i usługi spa.
-- Этот 4-звездочный отель расположен в центре Филадельфии, в нескольких минутах ходьбы от станции метро Walnut-Locust. К услугам гостей этого исторического отеля просторный фитнес-центр, ресторан изысканной кухни и спа-салон.
-- Detta 4-stjärniga hotell ligger i centrala Philadelphia, en kort promenad från tunnelbanestationen Walnut-Locust. Det historiska hotellet har ett rymligt gym, en gourmetrestaurang och en spaavdelning.
-- يقع هذا الفندق ذو الـ 4 نجوم في وسط مدينة فيلادلفيا، على بُعد مسافة قصيرة سيراً على الأقدام من محطة مترو الأنفاق Walnut-Locust. ويوفر هذا الفندق التاريخي مركز واسع للياقة البدنية، ومطعم يقدم أطعمة شهية، وخدمات المنتجعات الصحية.
-- Αυτό το ξενοδοχείο 4 αστέρων βρίσκεται στο κέντρο της Φιλαδέλφειας, σε μικρή απόσταση με τα πόδια από το σταθμό Walnut-Locust του μετρό. Το ιστορικό ξενοδοχείο προσφέρει ευρύχωρο γυμναστήριο, γκουρμέ εστιατόριο και υπηρεσίες σπα.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North America
Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the second largest city on the East Coast of the United States, and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States. It is located in the Northeastern United States along the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, and it is the only consolidated city-county in Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 Census, the city had a population of 1,526,006, growing to 1,547,607 in 2012 by Census estimates. Philadelphia is the economic and cultural center of the Delaware Valley, home to over 6 million people and the country's sixth-largest metropolitan area. Within the Delaware Valley, the Philadelphia metropolitan division consists of five counties in Pennsylvania and has a population of 4,008,994. Popular nicknames for Philadelphia are Philly and The City of Brotherly Love, the latter of which comes from the literal meaning of the city's name in Greek, Modern Greek: brotherly love, compounded from philos loving, and adelphos. In 1682, William Penn founded the city to serve as capital of Pennsylvania Colony. By the 1750s, Philadelphia had surpassed Boston to become the largest city and busiest port in British America, and second in the British Empire, behind London. During the American Revolution, Philadelphia played an instrumental role as a meeting place for the Founding Fathers of the United States, who signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the Constitution in 1787. Philadelphia was one of the nation's capitals during the Revolutionary War, and the city served as the temporary U.S. capital while Washington, D.C., was under construction. During the 19th century, Philadelphia became a major industrial center and railroad hub that grew from an influx of European immigrants. It became a prime destination for African Americans during the Great Migration and surpassed two million occupants by 1950. The city is the center of economic activity in Pennsylvania, and is home to the Philadelphia Stock Exchange and several Fortune 500 companies. Philadelphia is known for its arts and culture. The cheesesteak and soft pretzel are emblematic of Philadelphia cuisine, which is shaped by the city's ethnic mix. The city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Philadelphia's Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world. Gentrification of Philadelphia's neighborhoods continues into the 21st century and the city has reversed its decades-long trend of population loss. The city is the center of economic activity in Pennsylvania and is home to seven Fortune 1000 companies. The Philadelphia skyline is growing, with several nationally prominent skyscrapers. It is also known for its arts, culture, and history, which attracted over 39 million domestic tourists in 2013. The city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Philadelphia's Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world. The 67 National Historic Landmarks in the city helped account for the $10 billion generated by tourism. Philadelphia is the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps, and is also the home of many US firsts, including the first library (1731), first hospital (1751) and medical school (1765), first Capitol (1777), first stock exchange (1790), first zoo (1874), and first business school (1881). Philadelphia's central city was created in the 17th century following the plan by William Penn's surveyor Thomas Holme. Center City is structured with long straight streets running east-west and north-south forming a grid pattern. The original city plan was designed to allow for easy travel and to keep residences separated by open space that would help prevent the spread of fire. The Delaware River and Schuylkill Rivers served as early boundaries between which the city's early street plan was kept within. In addition, Penn planned the creation of five public parks in the city which were renamed in 1824 (in parenthesis): Centre Square, North East Publick Square (Franklin Square), Northwest Square (Logan Square), Southwest Square (Rittenhouse Square), and Southeast Square (Washington Square). Philadelphia's neighborhoods are divided into large sections North, Northeast, Northwest, West, South and Southwest Philadelphia all of which surround Center City, which corresponds closely with the city's limits before consolidation in 1854. Each of these large areas contains numerous neighborhoods, some of whose boundaries derive from the boroughs, townships, and other communities that made up Philadelphia County before their absorption into the city. The City Planning Commission, tasked with guiding growth and development of the city, has divided the city into 18 planning districts as part of the Philadelphia2035 physical development plan. Much of the city's 1980 zoning code was overhauled from 2007-2012 as part of a joint effort between Major John F. Street and Michael Nutter.
Why is Philadelphia So Expensive?
Why is Philadelphia so expensive? At first thought you may not expect Philadelphia to be an expensive tourist destination, but think again, especially if staying in the downtown area of Philadelphia. Average hotels in downtown Philly start at around $200 and range to as high as $1000. Also the tax rates in Philly are high.
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(PART ONE) Philadelphia's Magic Garden, mosaic murals South Street by Isaiah Zagar. Isaiah's art must be viewed & touched in person to get the full experience; this complex art is massive & consuming. My videos don't do his amazing mosaic murals justice at all. So stop by and check out his work, you'll never forget or regret it! Check out his gallery located at 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 & Web Page at info@philadelphiasmagicgardens.org. Isaiah even holds classes where you can learn from the master himself. Wow!!! {{Cost - reasonable $.}}
⁴ᴷ Walking Tour of Philadelphia - Center City, Old City, Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Chinatown
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I walk in Philadelphia, PA in Center City from South Street & 4th Street, through Society Hill, Old City, Market Street and Chinatown. I visit historical places such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, the Betsy Ross House, the Second Bank of the United States, and Benjamin Franklin's grave.
Filmed September 15, 2018
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1:27 - 4th Street & Lombard Street
4:47 - 4th Street & Spruce Street
8:40 - 4th Street & Walnut Street
11:00 - Second Bank of the United States
12:50 - Independence Hall (Rear View)
16:23 - Chestnut Street & Independence Mall West (Independence Hall Front View)
19:50 - Liberty Bell View from Exterior Glass
23:40 - Independence Visitor Center
27:00 - Arch Street & Independence Mall East (United States Mint & Benjamin Franklin's Grave)
32:30 - Quaker Meeting House
35:45 - 2nd Street & Arch Street
37:40 - Elfreth's Alley (USA's oldest continuously inhabited residential street)
39:20 - Front Street & Elfreth's Alley
43:30 - Market Street & Front Street
48:40 - Market Street & 4th Street
52:30 - Market Street & 6th Street
56:20 - 8th Street & Market Street
59:06 - Arch Street & 8th Street
1:02:15 - 10th Street & Arch Street (Chinatown Friendship Arch)
1:04:50 - Race Street & 10th Street
1:06:36 - 9th Street & Race Street
1:08:31 - Vine Street & 9th Street
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The Best Cheesesteak In Philadelphia | Best Of The Best
INSIDER asked people on Snapchat what their favorite cheesesteak restaurant is in Philadelphia. Herrine Ro and Emily Christian travel to the city on a quest to find the best one. The restaurants included are John’s Roast Pork, Jim’s Steaks, Dalessandro’s, and Pat’s King of Steaks. After trying four different kinds, they announce their winning sandwich.
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The Best Cheesesteak In Philadelphia | Best Of The Best
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North America
Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the second largest city on the East Coast of the United States, and the fifth-most-populous city in the United States. It is located in the Northeastern United States along the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, and it is the only consolidated city-county in Pennsylvania. As of the 2010 Census, the city had a population of 1,526,006, growing to 1,547,607 in 2012 by Census estimates. Philadelphia is the economic and cultural center of the Delaware Valley, home to over 6 million people and the country's sixth-largest metropolitan area. Within the Delaware Valley, the Philadelphia metropolitan division consists of five counties in Pennsylvania and has a population of 4,008,994. Popular nicknames for Philadelphia are Philly and The City of Brotherly Love, the latter of which comes from the literal meaning of the city's name in Greek, Modern Greek: brotherly love, compounded from philos loving, and adelphos. In 1682, William Penn founded the city to serve as capital of Pennsylvania Colony. By the 1750s, Philadelphia had surpassed Boston to become the largest city and busiest port in British America, and second in the British Empire, behind London. During the American Revolution, Philadelphia played an instrumental role as a meeting place for the Founding Fathers of the United States, who signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the Constitution in 1787. Philadelphia was one of the nation's capitals during the Revolutionary War, and the city served as the temporary U.S. capital while Washington, D.C., was under construction. During the 19th century, Philadelphia became a major industrial center and railroad hub that grew from an influx of European immigrants. It became a prime destination for African Americans during the Great Migration and surpassed two million occupants by 1950. The city is the center of economic activity in Pennsylvania, and is home to the Philadelphia Stock Exchange and several Fortune 500 companies. Philadelphia is known for its arts and culture. The cheesesteak and soft pretzel are emblematic of Philadelphia cuisine, which is shaped by the city's ethnic mix. The city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Philadelphia's Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world. Gentrification of Philadelphia's neighborhoods continues into the 21st century and the city has reversed its decades-long trend of population loss. The city is the center of economic activity in Pennsylvania and is home to seven Fortune 1000 companies. The Philadelphia skyline is growing, with several nationally prominent skyscrapers. It is also known for its arts, culture, and history, which attracted over 39 million domestic tourists in 2013. The city has more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other American city, and Philadelphia's Fairmount Park is the largest landscaped urban park in the world. The 67 National Historic Landmarks in the city helped account for the $10 billion generated by tourism. Philadelphia is the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps, and is also the home of many US firsts, including the first library (1731), first hospital (1751) and medical school (1765), first Capitol (1777), first stock exchange (1790), first zoo (1874), and first business school (1881). Philadelphia's central city was created in the 17th century following the plan by William Penn's surveyor Thomas Holme. Center City is structured with long straight streets running east-west and north-south forming a grid pattern. The original city plan was designed to allow for easy travel and to keep residences separated by open space that would help prevent the spread of fire. The Delaware River and Schuylkill Rivers served as early boundaries between which the city's early street plan was kept within. In addition, Penn planned the creation of five public parks in the city which were renamed in 1824 (in parenthesis): Centre Square, North East Publick Square (Franklin Square), Northwest Square (Logan Square), Southwest Square (Rittenhouse Square), and Southeast Square (Washington Square). Philadelphia's neighborhoods are divided into large sections—North, Northeast, Northwest, West, South and Southwest Philadelphia all of which surround Center City, which corresponds closely with the city's limits before consolidation in 1854. Each of these large areas contains numerous neighborhoods, some of whose boundaries derive from the boroughs, townships, and other communities that made up Philadelphia County before their absorption into the city. The City Planning Commission, tasked with guiding growth and development of the city, has divided the city into 18 planning districts as part of the Philadelphia2035 physical development plan. Much of the city's 1980 zoning code was overhauled from 2007-2012 as part of a joint effort between Major John F. Street and Michael Nutter.
Islamic Store Making a Difference in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is one of the oldest cities in the United States and was once the nation’s capital. Now it’s the country’s seventh largest metropolitan area and boasts a diverse population, including a burgeoning Muslim community. To cater to some of that diversity, there’s a store that sells all things Islamic. Ariadne Budianto reports.
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