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September 6, 2010

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History: Philadelphia might be most famously known as the birthplace of American democracy, but you'll find it's an ideal destination for discovery as you explore its colorful neighborhoods, learn more about its rich history and delve into its spectacular sights and attractions.

History Travel Articles

»	City of Brotherly Love hosts Magna Carta June 29, 2007, 4:48 pm When they're not scarfing down charred hot dogs or craning sunburned necks skyward to ooh and ahh over Fourth of July fireworks displays, Americans might pause Wednesday to consider the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution. More on the new exhibit at Philadelphia's... » View Article
»	Philadelphia- the New Athens May 31, 2007, 1:59 pm A city not only known as the city of American freedom or the birthplace of America but also known for the revolutionary role it has played since centuries. Welcome to Philadelphia, a life-size city in Pennsylvania and the birthplace of America. Philadelphia is often referred as the New Athens, the... » View Article
»	Synagogue designed by Wright designated historic May 8, 2007, 12:49 pm The only synagogue ever designed by Frank Lloyd Wright has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Beth Sholom, a soaring glass-and-concrete temple just outside Philadelphia, began welcoming worshippers nearly 50 years ago. On Sunday, the National Park Service recognized it as one of the... » View Article
»	George Washington's Philadelphia April 16, 2007, 11:11 am George Washington's Philadelphia By Richard Grant George Washington was a Philadelphian. He lived more of his adult life in Philadelphia than anywhere else, except his beloved farm Mount Vernon in Virginia. In 1776, Philadelphia was the second largest city in the British... » View Article
»	Travel: Philly, flowers, food and Franklin April 3, 2007, 1:50 pm Glorious old hotels face park squares established in Colonial times. Architecture from the 1700s mingles easily with ultra-modern art and soaring skyscrapers. Philadelphia is ultra-hip and thoroughly modern yet every bit as Colonial-quaint as the Betsy Ross house and City Tavern. Whether you're... » View Article
»	A neighborhood small on space, but big on culture March 28, 2007, 1:56 pm Chinatown remains an Asian cultural center despite city construction. Philadelphia's Chinatown is small in size, but what it lacks in city blocks, it makes up for in rich history, deliciously diverse foods and handfuls of surprises. Historically, most Chinatowns, including ... » View Article
»	It Happened First in Philadelphia March 9, 2007, 12:32 pm Many of America'slandmarks and modern inventions can trace their histories back to Philadelphia. As one of the original and successful colonies in the United States, Philadelphia is known as a city of historical ‘firsts,’ and has many entertaining and historical attractions that portray... » View Article
»	Philadelphia charged up over Franklin January 29, 2007, 5:07 pm Mim Swartz Denver Post Travel Editor PHILADELPHIA - Trail Benjamin Franklin's shadow along the cobblestone sidewalks in Philadelphia's compact historic district and see where this self-made man worked, worshiped, experimented, created and helped shape a new nation. ... » View Article
»	36 Hours Philadelphia January 29, 2007, 2:06 pm PAY your respects to the Liberty Bell if you must, but linger too long on Independence Mall and history fatigue sets in. As the birthplace of the nation, Philadelphia can seem far less entertaining than educational. But look past all that and you will find a younger, more vibrant city emerging... » View Article