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Geography: Of the total 369 square km, 19.6 square km is made up of water bodies like the Delaware River, Cobbs Creek etc.
History: Philadelphia has a very interesting history starting from the war of independence to the industrial revolution. The city has been very actively involved in all the historic battles fought in the country.
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Economy: The economy of the city stands on the pillars of retail industry, manufacturing, hotel and hospitality and tourism. It is one of the most urbanized cities of the United States of America. It can be called the hub technological advancements.
Society and Cultural Life: Cultural life is centered on the outdoor sports and activities, which play a very important role in soothing the tensed nerves of the professionals. Having a very cosmopolitan society in nature, people from all kinds of ethnic background have found a place to live in.
Administration and Government: The city is administered by the Mayor and is divided into many districts like the West Philly, South Philly, etc. the mayor is elected once in every five years and he is the head of the majority party.
Transport System:
Travel to Philadelphia – You will land in the Philadelphia International Airport; whether you are traveling form any of the American cities or anywhere else in the world. You can avail the Amtrak services to reach the city by train to the Penn Station located in West Philadelphia. The Greyhound also runs bus service from any of the US cities.
Travel in Philadelphia – Getting around the city is absolutely a delight. You can travel by taking the Commuter rail services or the metro railways. There is also the PATCO Hi – Speed Line service for quick traveling. You can travel by bus, car or taxi if you want to avoid the trains. And if you believe in walking the distance then go ahead and do it! You won’t get a better chance to walk around a city.
Educational Institutions: There are many primary, secondary and higher secondary schools in the city. Apart from that there are many colleges and universities which offer vo0cational training and technical education in the field of medicine, law, management, arts, music and humanitarian subjects.
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