There’s a lot that Philly is known for: cheesesteaks, the Liberty Bell, the “Rocky Steps,” and of course, throwing snowballs at Santa. What most outsiders don’t know is that Philly is a city rich with all kinds of awesome history, outside of some of the obvious things (Declaration of Independence). Pre-covid It had one of the best food & art scenes in the country and is renowned for its medical sectors.
MentalFloss.com did a full article that breaks down different facts about the city of brotherly love and listed below are a few that interested me:
- Philly is home to over 2000 outdoor murals & Mural Arts Philadelphia offers engaging tour options
- William Frampton’s Brewery was one of the first businesses in Philly (Est. 1683)