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    Introduction

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    Pittsburgh has three rivers—the Allegheny, the Monongahela, and the Ohio-- and five main districts—North Side, West End, South Side, East End and Downtown, all of which are comprised of many other smaller districts. Everything else, such as t... Continue reading »

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    History

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    The earliest inhabitants of Pittsburgh were the Iroquois Indians, part of a larger nation of Native American tribes living in the region. The first European influence came from visiting British and French traders who began establishing trade... Continue reading »

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    Where to stay

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    Not originally viewed as a vacation destination, Pittsburgh was more of an industrial city in the 1800s. However, due to the quality of the arts and the beauty of the countryside Pittsburgh began to appeal to casual visitors. Now Pittsburgh... Continue reading »

  • Food

    Eat drink

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    Pittsburgh may not be as cosmopolitan as New York City or Chicago, but the sheer volume and variety of its dining and drinking options easily rival that of either of those aforementioned metropolises. An eclectic immigrant population accounts... Continue reading »

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    Entertainment

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    Whether you like opera or alternative music, ballet or football, concerts or museums, Pittsburgh has something for you. Museums and Galleries Near downtown is the cultural district, a six-block area containing the Benedum Center for the... Continue reading »

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    Tours

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    Pittsburgh can be a good place to explore by taking a day to wander or bike around, but if you want something a bit more organized, there are things to do and see that you might not have considered on your own. Colonial Trust Building Take... Continue reading »

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    Getting there

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    Getting There Air Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) +1 412 472 3525 http://www.pitairport.com/ PIT is located 20 miles from downtown and services the following airlines: Air Canada (+1 888 247 2262 / http://www.aircanada.co... Continue reading »

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    Fun facts

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    Pittsburgh State: Pennsylvania Country: United States Pittsburgh By The Numbers: Population: 350,363 Elevation: 1,223 feet/ 373 meters Average Annual Rainfall: 79.9 inches/ 203 centimeters Average January Temperature: 37 d... Continue reading »

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    Introduction

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    In the heart of Station Square, one of Pittsburgh's newest shopping and entertainment districts, stands a Bessemer converter, the remains of an old steel blast furnace. Once an integral cog in the works of the Steel City, the furnace now serv... Continue reading »

  • Planning

    Planning a trip

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Getting There By Plane -- Pittsburgh International Airport (tel. 412/472-3525; www.pitairport.com) is 15 miles west of downtown. US Airways is the dominant carrier. To get downtown from the airport, take the public 28X Airport Flyer bus (t... Continue reading »

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    Fast facts

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Business Hours The following are general open hours; specific establishments may vary. Banks: Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm (some are also open Sat 9am-noon). Most banks and other outlets offer 24-hour access to automated teller machines (ATMs)... Continue reading »

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