The City of Brotherly Love

I randomly explored Philadelphia City Hall where Mother’s Day was first observed by Anne Jarvis. Besides an historical landmark, City Hall itself is an amazing structure. Its grandeur and architectural detailing is something to admire. Each hall leading to the center courtyard is different in style. Each having an artist that has taken temporary residency in its halls. From the interactive water fountains outside to the fellow-shipping courtyard within, and the 11-foot statue of William Penn atop (the largest statues atop any building in the world), this historic Penn Square is all that it should be as the American Institute of Architects list of Americans’ 150 favorite U. S. structure.

A not-so-hidden treasure, Philadelphia embodies what it means to be a selfish city. Philly is underrated as a city of depth. Besides its history, Philadelphia is a comfortable place without being overly neighborly. It’s quiet and kept and yet still has much worth showing. You have to find it. Do the work. The city will be great weather you do so or not.