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The main cities of the USA
Washington.
In 1790 Congress chose an area
donated by Maryland as the seat of
their new government. In 1800 they
moved to the new city named after
the first president George
Washington.
Some Washingto
n Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 658 893 (2014)
Metro: 6 033 737 (2014)
Time
Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
New York
New York, the largest city in the
U.S., is an architectural marvel with
plenty of historic monuments,
magnificent buildings and countless
dazzling skyscrapers.
Besides the architectural delights,
New York is an urban jungle that has
everything to offer to visitors. The
city is home to numerous museums,
parks, trendy neighborhoods and
shopping streets.
Some New York
Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 8 491 079 (2014)
Metro: 20 092 883 (2014)
Time
Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Chicago
Chicago, the birthplace of the
modern skyscraper is still a
trendsetter in urban architecture
and a must for people interested in
20th century urban architecture.
But the Windy City offers a lot more
than architecture alone: it is a
bustling city, with a vibrant nightlife
and plenty of great museums.
It is also a great city to live in,
particularly the northern part which
has a lively atmosphere and even
nice beaches.
Some Chicago
Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 2 722 398 (2014)
Metro: 9 554 598 (2014)
Time
Zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
Philadelphia
As the most important city in
colonial America, Philadelphia has a
rich history. The declaration of
Independence was signed in the
city's state house, now
the Independence Hall. Other
significant events like the signing of
the US Constitution and the creation
of a national flag also took place in
Philadelphia.
Many buildings from this
revolutionary period can be visited;
most of them are clustered in
the Independence National
Historical Park.
Some
Philadelphia
Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 1 560 297 (2014)
Metro: 6 051 170 (2014)
Time
Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Boston
Boston, founded in 1630, is one of
the country's oldest cities. Often
called the cradle of American
history, it boasts a large number of
historic landmarks and monuments.
The 20th century added a series of
skyscrapers to the skyline of church
spires.
This cosmopolitan city has a relaxed
atmosphere. The historic districts
such as the charming Beacon
Hill and the trendy Back Bay would
fit nicely in any European city.
Some Boston
Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 655 884 (2014)
Metro: 4 732 161 (2014)
Time
Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
San Francisco
San Francisco came to life with the
gold rush, caused by the discovery
of gold in the Sierra Nevada
foothills. In the 1930s with the
construction of the Bay Bridge
and Golden Gate Bridge, the city
was connected to the bay area, now
known for its numerous high-tech
companies.
Some San
Francisco Facts
Country : United States
Currency : US Dollar (USD)
Language : English
Population
City: 852 469 (2014)
Metro: 4 594 060 (2014)
Time
Zone: Pacific Standard Time (PST)
References
• http://www.aviewoncities.com
• https://en.wikipedia.org
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