Quaker Rowing Camp
@ The University of Pennsylvania
@ The University of Pennsylvania
The City of Philadelpha is...
Historical - Known as the "nation's birthplace," no city in the nation tells the story of the American revolution better than Philadelphia. The region is also rich with 19th-century and multi-cultural history.
Just the right size - The fifth largest in the United States and the second largest on the East Coast, Philadelphia is the crossroads of the Northeast and the mid-Atlantic states with 1.5 million residents and another four million in the surrounding region.
Easy to navigate - There's no better way to explore Philadelphia than on foot. Easily navigable streets and a host of eclectic neighboorhoods make Philaelphia one of the greatest walking cities in the world. A true residential city, Philadelphia is home to fascinating architecture, history and culture. From cobblestoned alleys of colonial-era homes to grand boulevards lined with monumental landmarks, Philaelphia's streets tell countless stories and provide character for this very diverse city.
Special - In recent years, Philadelphia has been named the "number one restaurant city," "America's friendliest city," and "the safest large city." In Philadelphia, you are at the crossroads of big city entertainment and hometown hospitality where the promise of the futuremeets old world charm.
Beautiful - Fairmount Park is the nation's largest city park at over 9,000 acres. Philadelphians enjoy biking, joggin, and relaxing in the park, while the Schuylkill River and its historic Boathouse Row are well-known as meccas of American rowing. Downtown, the Ben Franklin Parkway leads to Love Park, which boats a collection of outdoor art. And, popular destinations such as the New Jersey shore and Pennsylvania Dutch Country are just short trip away.
Entertaining - While the eyes of the world were on Philadelphia last July when the city hosted hundrends of thousands of people for the Live 8 concert, the entertainment never stops in Philadelphia. Catch a concert on South Street. Take in a night with the Philadelphia Orchestra at the spectacular Kimmel Center. Visit the renowned Art Museum. There's always something going on!
An enthusiastic sports town - Philadelphia is famous for being a place where fans are passionate about sports. Whether it's the excitement of the Eagles, Phillies, Sixers or Flyers at the city's world-class sports complex, the intensity of Big 5 basketball at the Palestra or the family fun of the Soul, Phantoms, Wings or Kixx, Philadephia is one of the nation's premier sports cities.
Historical - Known as the "nation's birthplace," no city in the nation tells the story of the American revolution better than Philadelphia. The region is also rich with 19th-century and multi-cultural history.
Just the right size - The fifth largest in the United States and the second largest on the East Coast, Philadelphia is the crossroads of the Northeast and the mid-Atlantic states with 1.5 million residents and another four million in the surrounding region.
Easy to navigate - There's no better way to explore Philadelphia than on foot. Easily navigable streets and a host of eclectic neighboorhoods make Philaelphia one of the greatest walking cities in the world. A true residential city, Philadelphia is home to fascinating architecture, history and culture. From cobblestoned alleys of colonial-era homes to grand boulevards lined with monumental landmarks, Philaelphia's streets tell countless stories and provide character for this very diverse city.
Special - In recent years, Philadelphia has been named the "number one restaurant city," "America's friendliest city," and "the safest large city." In Philadelphia, you are at the crossroads of big city entertainment and hometown hospitality where the promise of the futuremeets old world charm.
Beautiful - Fairmount Park is the nation's largest city park at over 9,000 acres. Philadelphians enjoy biking, joggin, and relaxing in the park, while the Schuylkill River and its historic Boathouse Row are well-known as meccas of American rowing. Downtown, the Ben Franklin Parkway leads to Love Park, which boats a collection of outdoor art. And, popular destinations such as the New Jersey shore and Pennsylvania Dutch Country are just short trip away.
Entertaining - While the eyes of the world were on Philadelphia last July when the city hosted hundrends of thousands of people for the Live 8 concert, the entertainment never stops in Philadelphia. Catch a concert on South Street. Take in a night with the Philadelphia Orchestra at the spectacular Kimmel Center. Visit the renowned Art Museum. There's always something going on!
An enthusiastic sports town - Philadelphia is famous for being a place where fans are passionate about sports. Whether it's the excitement of the Eagles, Phillies, Sixers or Flyers at the city's world-class sports complex, the intensity of Big 5 basketball at the Palestra or the family fun of the Soul, Phantoms, Wings or Kixx, Philadephia is one of the nation's premier sports cities.