Portland is a port city in Multnomah County under the zip Code 97086 and the largest city in Oregon. It has been ranked 8th based on the survey where people want to live in the United States. The beautiful bridges across Willamette River that separate east and west Portland have resulted in the city being nicknamed “BridgeTown”. Some of its bridges, namely Hawthorne, Steel and Broadway are more than 100 years old which are considered historic landmarks.
Portland’s cityscape is adorned with many fountains in which residents are often allowed to take a dip. In addition, the city is the friendliest for biking and the streets are often full of cyclists. Portland is also among the few cities in the U.S. that are situated close to a dormant Volcano within a few minutes’ drive from the City center.
Due to its location, Portland is a suitable location for many industries. The City enjoys economic advantages due to low energy costs and large shipping areas that can handle up to 13M tonnes of cargo annually. Other factors, such as its proximity to international airports and a well-developed road and rail network also add to the benefit side of its economic success.
Portland is home to many public and private schools and some of the notable learning institutions include Portland State University which has been ranked in the top fifteen percentile of the American universities. The university has more than 30,000 students and offers globally recognized degrees in the disciplines of Urban Planning and Business Administration.
When it comes to recreation, Portland has many interesting options to choose from. It is well-known for its annual naked cycling race that is considered a city tradition. This event alone attracts more than 10,000 participants who are well-fed in Portland’s many food carts that queue up in the city. The City also boasts numerous parks, theatres, and the largest individually owned bookstore in the world, Powell’s Books.
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