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<\/p>\nA diverse culture mashup, West Philadelphia is one of the most interesting and eclectic of Philly\u2019s neighborhoods. It\u2019s more an area than a neighborhood, a combination of many pocket-neighborhoods, each with their own distinct vibe. Because of its melting pot of residents, West Philly has one of the most interesting and varied food scenes in the city. The University of Pennsylvania also makes its home here, one of the prestigious ivy league schools with some of the best academic programs in the country.<\/p>\n
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West Philadelphia is stretched between the western edge of the city and banks of the Schuylkill River. It\u2019s more of a wide region that encompasses smaller, more intimate residential neighborhoods. It sits across the river from Graduate Hospital to the east and Fairmount Park East to the north.<\/p>\n
Like many of Philadelphia\u2019s neighborhoods outside of Center City, West Philly was originally a city suburb that developed between the late 1700s and early 1800s. As transportation and bridges went up in the 19th century, the suburban area fused with the city center and continued to develop. Now, it is a mix of exploding high rises, affordable homes and multiple college campuses.<\/p>\n
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