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Vacation 2 USA   >   Pennsylvania   >   Towns and Cities   >   Philadelphia

   
 

Philadelphia


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania, and the 5th most populous in the United States over all. As of 2005, Philadelphia's population was estimated as 1,463,281, with 5,823,23 living in the metropolitan area.

The city is known as the "City of Brotherly Love" as its name stems from the Greek, philos (meaning "love") adelphos (meaning "brother"). Other nicknames include "Birthplace of America", "Cradle of Liberty", "The Quaker City", and simply "Philly".

Some of the attractions in Philadelphia include:
Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:
Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


Philadelphia Facts


Here is some more information about Philadelphia:
  • Perhaps the most famous educational institution in Philadelphia is the University of Pennsylvania. The University of Pennsylvania is coeducational private non-sectarian research university. The university of Pennsylvania was founded in 1740, and is one of the eight members of the Ivy League.

  • Professional sports teams in Philadelphia include the American football team, the Philadelphia Eagles, the baseball team, the Philadelphia Phillies, the basketball team, the Philadelphia 76ers, the ice hockey team, the Philadelphia Phantoms, and the NHL ice hockey team, the Philadelphia Flyers.

  • Some of the major companies headquartered in Philadelphia include CIGNA, Cigna, Comcast and Sunoco.

  • The principal airport for Philadelphia is Philadelphia International Airport.

  • Philadelphia is home to the "cheesesteak" - known outside of the city as "Philadelphia cheesesteak", "Philly cheesesteak", or "steak and cheese". It is a sandwich made in a long Italian roll, filled with thinly sliced pieces of steak and melted cheese. Optionally, grilled onions, sautéd green peppers, mushrooms and sauces may be added.

  • In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was read out in three cities: Trenton, New Jersey, Easton, Pennsylvania, and of course, Philadelphia.

  • Philadelphia's nicknames include "City of Homes", "Filthadelphia or Filthydelphia", "Philly", "Quaker City", "The Athens of America", "The Big Scrapple", "The City of Brotherly Love", "The City That Loves You Back", and "The Workshop of the World".

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Books About Philadelphia


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Streetwise Philadelphia Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Michelin Streetwise Maps)

By Michelin

MICHELIN
Released: December 12th, 2017
full color Map (2 pages)

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Streetwise Philadelphia Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Michelin Streetwise Maps)
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  • Brand: MICHELIN
  • ISBN: 2067229974
  • EAN: 9782067229976
  • PartNumber: 9782067229976
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  • Product Category: Map
  • Format: Folded Map
  • Edition: Revised
  • Number of Pages: 2
  • Author: Michelin
  • Publication Date: December 12th, 2017
  • Release Date: December 12th, 2017
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  • Size: 8.55 inches by 4.07 inches by 0.12 inches
  • Weight: 0.0992080179 Pounds
  • Color: full color
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DK Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country (Travel Guide)

By DK Travel

DK Eyewitness Travel
Released: November 28th, 2017
Multicolor Flexibound (208 pages)

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  • Brand: DK Eyewitness Travel
  • ISBN: 1465461302
  • EAN: 9781465461308
  • PartNumber: Illustrated
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  • Format: Illustrated
  • Edition: Reprint
  • Number of Pages: 208
  • Author: DK Travel
  • Publication Date: November 28th, 2017
  • Release Date: November 28th, 2017
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  • Size: 8.75 inches by 5.13 inches by 0.53 inches
  • Weight: 1.00089866948 Pounds
  • Color: Multicolor
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Fodor's Philadelphia: with Valley Forge, Bucks County, the Brandywine Valley, and Lancaster County (Full-color Travel Guide)

By Fodor's Travel Guides

Fodor's Travel
Released: October 10th, 2023
Paperback (320 pages)

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  • Manufacturer: Fodor's Travel
  • ISBN: 1640976086
  • EAN: 9781640976085
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  • Paperback
  • Edition: 3
  • Number of Pages: 320
  • Author: Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publication Date: October 10th, 2023
  • Release Date: October 10th, 2023
Physical Description:
  • Size: 8.0 inches by 5.25 inches by 0.5 inches
  • Weight: 0.70106999316 Pounds
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Frommer's Philadelphia day by day

By Reid Bramblett

FROMMER'S
Released: June 18th, 2019
Paperback (192 pages)

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  • ISBN: 1628874503
  • EAN: 9781628874501
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  • Edition: 3
  • Number of Pages: 192
  • Author: Reid Bramblett
  • Publication Date: June 18th, 2019
  • Release Date: June 18th, 2019
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  • Size: 7.2 inches by 4.0 inches by 0.6 inches
  • Weight: 0.50044933474 Pounds
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Philadelphia Travel Guide 2025: Explore Historic Sites, Vibrant Neighborhoods, Culinary Delights, Year-Round Festivals, Detailed Itineraries, and Essential Tips for Outdoor Adventure

By Alethea N. Wilfred

Independently published
Released: February 24th, 2025
Paperback (98 pages)

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  • EAN: 9798312053609
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  • Format: Large Print
  • Number of Pages: 98
  • Author: Alethea N. Wilfred
  • Publication Date: February 24th, 2025
  • Release Date: February 24th, 2025
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  • Size: 11.0 Inches by 8.5 Inches by 0.23 Inches
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Lonely Planet Pocket Philadelphia (Pocket Guide)

By Ray Bartlett

Lonely Planet
Released: January 21st, 2025
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  • ISBN: 1837583188
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  • Edition: 3
  • Number of Pages: 168
  • Author: Ray Bartlett
  • Publication Date: January 21st, 2025
  • Release Date: January 21st, 2025
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  • Size: 6.05 inches by 4.2 inches by 0.375 inches
  • Weight: 0.39903669422 Pounds
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Walking Philadelphia: 30 Walking Tours Exploring Art, Architecture, History, and Little-Known Gems

By Natalie Pompilio

Wilderness Press
Released: September 13th, 2022
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  • ISBN: 1643590898
  • EAN: 9781643590899
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  • Edition: 2
  • Number of Pages: 232
  • Author: Natalie Pompilio
  • Publication Date: September 13th, 2022
  • Release Date: September 13th, 2022
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  • Size: 7.5 inches by 5.5 inches by 0.5 inches
  • Weight: 2.314853751 pounds
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Hey Kids! Let's Visit Philadelphia: Fun, Facts, and Amazing Discoveries for Kids (Hey Kids! Let's Visit Travel Books #12)

By Teresa Mills

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  • ISBN: 1946049123
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  • Number of Pages: 115
  • Author: Teresa Mills
  • Publication Date: March 20th, 2023
  • Release Date: March 20th, 2023
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  • Size: 8.0 inches by 5.0 inches by 0.26 inches
  • Weight: 0.26896395964 pounds
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Fodor's Philadelphia: with Valley Forge, Bucks County, the Brandywine Valley, and Lancaster County (Full-color Travel Guide)

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  • Brand: Fodor's Travel
  • ISBN: 1640972749
  • EAN: 9781640972742
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  • Paperback
  • Edition: 2
  • Number of Pages: 319
  • Author: Fodor's Travel Guides
  • Publication Date: October 13th, 2020
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  • Size: 8.0 inches by 5.25 inches by 0.75 inches
  • Weight: 0.6503636729 Pounds
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Rand McNally Folded Map: Philadelphia & Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Map

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Released: August 8th, 2023
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  • Format: Folded Map
  • Number of Pages: 1
  • Author: Rand McNally
  • Publication Date: August 8th, 2023
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  • Weight: 0.11904962148 Pounds
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  • Easy-to-use legend
  • Detailed index & Major Street Index
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  • Copyright 2023
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