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PHILADELPHIA Love

"I love the dignity in the name Philadelphia, but at heart, we're Philly." ~Lisa Scottoline, Author

The city of brotherly love

Why is Philadelphia called the City of Brotherly Love? "Philadelphia" is a combination of two Greek words: love (phileo) and brother (adelphos). The city was named by its founder, William Penn, who envisioned a city of religious tolerance where no one would be persecuted.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s largest city, is notable for its rich history, on display at the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed) and other American Revolutionary sites. Also iconic are the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, immortalized by Sylvester Stallone’s triumphant run in the film "Rocky."

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Category:Travel and Places

Subcategory:North America

Subcategory Detail:United States of America

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