Philadelphia, AKA Philly, is the second largest city in the East Coast and the sixth largest city in the U.S. The Philadelphia area is home to many universities and colleges and, Temple is the largest university in one of the nation’s most iconic cities. With its rich history, world-class museums, music venues and restaurants- as well as proximity to New York, Boston and other major destinations- Philadelphia provides its students with endless possibility for exploration and learning in a vibrant, multi-cultural environment.
City Highlights
Here are some of the many unique shoutouts to our amazing city
- One of the top destinations in the world to visit in 2021, Travel and Leisure, 2020
- Home to 15 Fortune 500 companies
- Birthplace of America
- 1st UNESCO World Heritage City
- Top U.S. city to visit – National Geographic Magazine, 2020
- #16 Best Cities in the World – Time Out, 2020
City of Firsts
Philadelphia’s rich history includes many of the country’s “firsts.”
- 1st fire station
- 1st hospital
- 1st library
- 1st bank
- 1st law school
- 1st post office
- 1st zoo
- 1st fine arts academy and many more!
City Sites
Philly is home to some of the country’s best art collections and award-winning restaurants and music venues and theaters.
- Philadelphia Museum of Art, the cultural heart of the city
- Barnes Museum, one of the greatest collections of modern European paintings
- #1 new restaurant in America, Kalaya, Esquire, 2020
- Walnut Street Theatre, the most subscribed theatre company in the world
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