18 April is celebrated as UNESCO World Heritage Day to raise awareness about heritage sites and encourage sustainable tourism. Thanks to a timely reminder by @Rahul001 in his post.
Philadelphia, also called Philly and known as ‘the City of Brotherly Love’, was America’s first Heritage City.
I visited here a few years ago and found that most of its heritage sites are aligned along a single street called Market Street.
I walked from the 30th Street Station towards the downtown city center, and the first marvel I came across was the City Hall with its majestic Clock Tower.
As I continued to walk past this hall, on the right was the historic Independence Hall.
The Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were both debated and signed inside Independence Hall.
Adjacent to Independence Hall was the public exhibit of the Liberty Bell.
This is a symbol of the Dawn of American Freedom
Also, nearby is The Declaration House.
Back in 1776, the Americans signed the Declaration of Independence at this place.
There are a few more clock towers scattered all over the town.
How to Reach?
I took a mega bus from Washington to Philly.
Flights are available - I avoided them since taxis to and from airports are costly.
Where to NOT Eat?
Their bread and service were terrible PrimoHoagies.
Where to Stay?
I stayed in this hostel.
Besides, there are several museums and historically less important places, but I did not explore those.
My suggestions:
- Visit Philadelphia.
- Walk around the downtown - take plenty of photos.
- The city has charming historical vibes - soak in Philly, take in Philly.
My previous 3-day Itineraries
- Kolhapur 3-Day Itinerary - Historic Charms.
- Nashik 3-Day Itinerary - Wine Capital of India.
- San Diego 3-Day Itinerary - Gateway to the Pacific.
- Philadelphia 1-Day Itinerary - America’s First Heritage City.
