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The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Philadelphia
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Philadelphia was founded by representatives of the Quaker Christian movement on the site of an old Swedish settlement. In the early years of the city’s existence, immigrants from various European countries came here. In 100 years the city became one of the largest North American colonies.
Philadelphia is known to the whole world due to the fact that here in 1776 the independence of the United States of America was proclaimed. The main sights are connected with this grandiose event: Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, National Constitution Centre. The entire history of the city is imbued with the spirit of freedom, democracy and civil society.
Also in Philadelphia there are museums and galleries, which exhibit valuable works of art. Their rich collections attract a considerable number of tourists every year.
The university was founded in the mid-18th century as a charitable school before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Its first head was Benjamin Franklin himself. The names of many political figures who played an important role in the history of the United States are associated with this educational institution. Some faculties and laboratories of the university are located in picturesque Gothic and Victorian buildings.
