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Review & FAQ:
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Where is San Francisco located?
- San Francisco is a hilltop peninsula city surrounded by the San Francisco Bay. It serves as Northern California’s major cultural, economic, and financial center.
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How populous is San Francisco?
- San Francisco is the United States’ 13th most-populous city and has a city-county region that is only outranked in population density by four of New York City’s five boroughs.
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Which major technology companies are based in San Francisco?
- San Francisco is home to major international technological corporations, including Twitter, Airbnb, Craigslist, and Uber.
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What are some notable landmarks in San Francisco?
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Some of the city’s most iconic landmarks include:
- The historic cable car system
- The Golden Gate Bridge
- The infamous Alcatraz Island former prison
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Some of the city’s most iconic landmarks include:
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What cultural attractions does San Francisco offer?
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San Francisco is home to a variety of cultural attractions, including:
- The DeYoung Museum
- The War Memorial Opera House
- The Fillmore Theater music venue
- The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
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San Francisco is home to a variety of cultural attractions, including:
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Why is San Francisco a popular tourist destination?
- The city is consistently ranked as America’s most livable city and offers world-class professional sports teams, outdoor parks, and historic neighborhoods, making it an international tourist destination.
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Where can I find a map of San Francisco?
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