Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Fort Washington

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The Philadelphia region features the densely populated city of Philadelphia (city:1,5 million people, metropolitan area: 6.2 million people), which is nationally recognized as the birthplace of the United States. The Declaration of Independence was signed and created in Philadelphia and this is reflected in many of the city's attractions and buildings. Activities in Philadelphia and area consist of various outdoor pursuits, such as horse drawn carriage rides. In memory of Benjamin Franklin the city of Philadelphia erected the Franklin Institute Science Museum, which is perfect for anyone interested in geography, astronomy, physics or computers. A collection of warplanes can be seen at the Mid Atlantic Air Museum, among the collection of planes are a number of award winning warbirds. Of course without a doubt, the biggest attraction in Philadelphia is the Liberty Bell.

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Our partner school is Upper Dublin High School in Fort Washington. It is located in Upper Dublin Township, which is made up of several community areas, among them Fort Washington.

 

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