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Seattle is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest, located in Washington State near the Puget Sound.
The city is home to more than 3.8 million residents throughout its metropolitan region and is one of the fastest-growing major cities in America, known internationally for its technology and innovation industries, socially liberal values, and independent music scene, which established the careers of grunge rock bands such as Nirvana and Pearl Jam.
Prominent skyline landmarks include the Space Needle, constructed for the 1962 World's Fair, and the Seattle Great Wheel, one of the largest observation wheels in the United States. Cultural attractions abound in Seattle, including contemporary art museums, fringe theaters, and microbreweries and farm-to-table restaurants.
The city's mild climate allows for year-round outdoor recreation opportunities throughout its vast sprawls of park lands, with nearby access points for hiking and skiing in the Olympic and Cascade Mountains.
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