There is some beautiful architecture in Philadelphia. Sure, Independence Hall is historical and a pretty building but there are loads of older buildings mixed in with the new ones all around the city.
I hadn't spent any time in Philadelphia prior to being there Labor Day weekend. I must say that I am truly impressed with how active and vital the city itself is. There is a nice mix of residential among businesses within the city. It was almost like they never received the memo to flee to the suburbs that so many other cities received.
Along with the architecture is some fun art. I appreciate cities that spend the time and money to place art around the city.
I am a big supporter of the arts...be it in school or community theater or in a museum. The arts give a break to the monotony of day-to-day life. I also think art is crucial to kids learning and developing. However, before you think this is becoming a political discussion about arts in schools...
The plaza of one of the buildings near City Hall has sculptures of board game pieces all around it. Monopoly...Risk...chess...all of these are scattered around this plaza right next to this...
We only saw a few of the many pieces of art that is around Philadelphia. They even have an art walk that you can take. Instead of a brochure or a tour guide you can actually dial a local phone number from your mobile phone and get information on each of the pieces. How cool is that?
Prior to this visit I don't think I would have given Philadelphia much thought as a city to visit. It was a nice surprise to find such a beautiful city. It was easy to navigate and there are plenty of good restaurants and hotels and things to do. If you have the chance to spend a weekend there I'd highly recommend it.
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