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San Francisco
San Francisco's raw beauty and seemingly countless man-made attractions draw people to it from all over the world. Many of those cultures have settled in the city and are now represented in its population. The city's neighborhoods reflect that diversity and are destinations worth visiting in and of themselves. Something for everyone From wildly bohemian to strictly upper crust-and everything in between-the old clich‚ "something for everyone" applies to the city's neighborhoods. That can also be said of San Francisco's weather. Although referred to as "the air-conditioned city" in honor of its breezes and generally cool weather, the city occasionally experiences temperatures that climb to over 100 degrees. The weather even can be neighborhood-specific, with differences from one area to another. For example, some sections west of Twin Peaks typically are foggy throughout the summer, so residents who prefer lots of sunshine tend to stick to the east side of the city. For obvious reasons, many students live in close proximity to San Francisco State University and UC San Francisco, creating pockets of younger residents. Other San Francisco neighborhoods also have seen population shifts as socially diverse groups come and go. This tendency for neighborhood social profiles and income levels to change has prompted city planners to label most of San Francisco "transitional." Neighborhood populations actually may change dramatically from decade to decade, keeping real estate investors and residents wondering what will happen next. Although neighborhood populations may change, there is one common denominator: Race doesn't seem to be as strong a factor for division as it is in other cities. With the exception of Chinatown, Japantown, and a few others, neighborhoods are ethnically diverse. In fact, most San Franciscans pride themselves on their commitment to diversity. World-class architecture Getting around A few of these transportation services are famous for being uniquely San Franciscan. The most widely recognized are the city's historic cable cars, which also happen to be a bargain if you live and work along their routes. For a low monthly fee, you can buy a FastPass, which entitles you to unlimited rides on the three cable car routes. The FastPass becomes an even better bargain when you consider that it also allows you access to buses (as long as you stay within the confines of San Francisco) and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). BART is San Francisco's other famous transportation gem. With Jules Verne-like vision, it was the people of the Bay Area - not government leaders - who first initiated discussion in 1946 that an innovative solution had to be found to address the city's mounting bridge traffic problems. During the 1950s, a plan was developed for this space-age underwater tube that connects San Francisco and Oakland via a high-speed electric train. Twenty or so years later, the first passengers boarded BART, making transportation history. Today BART can take you across the Bay in as little as 11 minutes, depending on your departure and destination stations. The perfect destination San Francisco AttractionsSan Fran is a city that needs to be explored - by foot if you're particularly energetic or if not, by cable car. You'll really want to get out there and see things for yourself... really act like a native even if you're only there for a long weekend. The treats of San Francisco are not just for locals. The basic pleasures of life here are for everyone to enjoy. This is probably due to the fact that San Francisco's atmosphere alone is an attraction - no particular activity or place makes the city one of the most popular destinations in the world. But while you're out and about, getting the lay of the land, be sure to check out some of the sights on the list below. Alcatraz Island San Francisco ShoppingAlthough San Francisco has plenty of stores for locals, the city also has artfully blended tourism with retail to create high-concept shopping experiences. In some cases, historical buildings have been modified to house cutting-edge stores. The Cannery and Ghirardelli Square are great examples of this. On the other end of the spectrum, the 350,000-square-foot Metreon displays the best of modern architecture. This gleaming steel, glass, and neon structure is a great example of how shopping can be presented in almost a theme-park atmosphere. Shopping centers: Other San Fran Shopping: San Francisco NightlifeWhen you think of cities with ragging club scenes San Francisco doesn't necessarily come to mind. Its laid-back, hippie lifestyle of the past has given this City by the Bay a current alter ego. Although, this city's nightlife isn't as obvious as some other cities... you never know exactly where you might stumble upon an elegant cocktail lounge or a hip dance club... it is very much alive and happening. You can take your pick of piano bars, sophisticated lounges, push hotel bars and dance clubs. To find out exactly where the latest night scene is hiding visit the websites listed below. San Francisco Weekly San Francisco Healthcare FacilitiesSan Francisco's hospitals are among the finest in the nation, providing various medical, surgical, emergency, and specialty care to the people of San Francisco and its surrounding areas. The major healthcare facilities in the area include: California Pacific Medical Center San Francisco Nursing ResourcesCalifornia Board of Registered Nursing San Francisco WeatherAlthough the hottest day on record for the Bay Area is 106 degrees, San Francisco usually tops out in the low 70s during the summer. You can look forward to wearing a coat in the winter, with average low temperatures in the 40s. |
A wonderful place to visit. An unsurpassed place to live. |
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