Filed under Living on November 20th, 2008:
Green With Envy For the Emerald City
What Is It Like To Live in The Emerald City?
…Depends on where you’re living exactly. If you rent an apartment in Seattle in the downtown area you’ll be among trendy boutiques and government offices. There’s no shortage of eateries and art galleries either. Meanwhile, Chinatown Seattle has a different flair. It’s undeniably diverse, with many different cultures being represented. There’s obviuosly Chinese resdients, but also Cmabodian, Filipino, and Korean. Specialty shops, unique cuisine, and Asian markets can all be found in this area.
Regardless of where you live in Seattle, it’s a charming place with lots of history. Seattle, Washington has the distinction of being home to the headquarters of Starbucks Coffee. The original store opened in Pike Place Market in 1971 by an english teacher, a history teacher, and a writer. It is one of several major Fortune 500 Companies, like the internet retail giant Amazon.com, that are based in Seattle.
The city hosts major sports franchises like the Seattle Seahawks, the Seattle Mariners, and the Seattle Sounders. And, Seattle’s mild weather allows for fun outdoor recreational activities. There’s something for everyone to enjoy and experience in Seattke!
Seattle Nicknames…What Do They Mean?
- The Rainy City- because of it’s frequent rain and cloudy days throughout the year. Oddly enough, Seattle gets less rain that New York, Atlanta, and Houston each year.
- The Gateway to Alaska- It’s becoming the choice icty for embarking on Alaskan cruises.
- The Jet City- So-called because Boeing, the global aerospace manufacturer, was once based in Seattle, WS.
Did You Know? Fun Facts About the City of Seattle
- There are over 150 Seattle landmarks registered nationally as historic places.
- The Seattle Public Library System has the highest number of library patrons and card-holders per capita in the nation.
- With Washington at the same latitude as the French Bordeaux wine region, there are over 400 wineries and 350 grape growers.
- Seattle is one of the most educated large cities in the nation with more than half of residents 25 and older holding at least a bachelor’s degree.
- Seattle averages only 58 clear days per year.
- Annually Seattle hosts the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show.
Spotlight on Seattle: The Space Needle
- At 600 feet high, the Space Needle was built to stand up to 200 miles per hour winds and earthquakes.
- There are 848 steps from the Space Needle’s basement to the Observation Deck.
- In 1994, the Seattle Weekly named the Space Needle was named the “Best Place to Get Engaged.”
- Under high wind conditions, the Space Needle elevators are slowed from 10 mph to 5 mph.
- The first Manager of the Space Needle Manager, Hoge Sullivan, was afraid of heights.
- On a hot day in Seattle, the Space Needle expands up to an inch.
Top 10 Attractions and Events in Seattle
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Earshot Jazz Festival
- Mt Rainier Expeditions
- Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
- Spediel’s Underground Walking Tour
- Take a seaplane flight on Seattle’s Lake Union.
- Taste some wine at the Local Vine.
- Tour the art at the Olympic Sculpture Park
- Check out indie crafts and art at the I Heart Rummage Monthly Showcase
- Take flight at Seattle’s Museum of Flight
Top Apartments For Rent in Seattle, Washington