Seattle is about 100 miles south of the Canadian border
the West Coast of the United States.
It is a lush, evergreen city lying Puget Sound
and Lake Washington with abundant parklands,
and surrounded towering mountains and forests.
Widely known its overcast weather, when the sun does come out,
the spectacular beauty of the waterways,
forests and distant mountains combine to make Seattle
one the most stunning cities the US.
Classic architecture, leafy public squares
and wide breezy streets make exploring Downtown Seattle a fun experience.
For great views of the city visit the observation deck
the 35th floor of Smith Tower, or see some of Seattle's oldest buildings
nearby Pioneer Square.
A distinctive feature of Downtown is the Seattle Waterfront,
which is famous eateries and seafood restaurants,
well as being a launching point for pleasure craft cruising the Sound.
Ferries depart regularly so jump aboard to get a unique view the city.
Container ships and cruise liners also share these waterways
and the busy harbor is a constant reminder Seattle's maritime heritage.
Alki Beach West Seattle is a great spot to enjoy the warmer weather.
On sunny days many locals enjoy the miles of shorefront beaches,
relaxed parklands, and spectacular views Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.
Back Downtown it's just a short but steep climb the Waterfront
to the lively Pike Place Market.
Here you can sample some the freshest catches the waters
of the Pacific Northwest, and also chat to local producers
who harvest and sell the goods display.
The market has many bars and eateries, stalls and souvenir shops
as well America's first Starbucks store.
Wherever you go Seattle you're never far the water.
Puget Sound is to the west, Lake Washington is to the east,
and to the north is Lake Union, whose eye-catching floating homes
were made famous in the movie 'Sleepless in Seattle.'
Further to the north, the popular Woodland Park Zoo
is home more than a thousand animals and birds
in habitats ranging the African savanna to tropical forests.
Located at Boeing Field, about 15 minutes' drive downtown,
is the Seattle Museum of Flight.
This amazing museum displays air- and spacecraft
the earliest Wright Brothers flyer modern jets.
For the most famous views of Seattle head over to Kerry Park
the south side of Queen Anne Hill.
The park is not far the Seattle Center so it's the perfect spot
to see the famous Space Needle in all its glory, especially when the sun goes down.
The city has been home many world-famous bands
and there's no shortage live music in Seattle,
well bars and nightclubs partying well into the early hours.
The Seattle Center is home to the Pacific Science Center
and the popular International Fountain, as well Seattle's most recognized landmark,
the Space Needle.
From the 520-foot-high observation deck you'll have superb views the city
and if the weather is clear you can see all the way out to Mount Rainier.
a clear day the snow-covered peak dominates the Seattle skyline
and it can be seen all parts of the city.
The Mount Rainier National Park has hundreds of miles of hiking trails
that lead through a variety different landscapes.
The ancient Grove of Patriarchs is home giants up to 1000 years old
and the raised boardwalk makes it one the easiest walks in the park.
If you don't feel walking there are several scenic drives,
including one that encircles the mountain itself.
Mount Rainier is not the only natural wonder close by,
and Olympic National Park is just a few hours' drive west of the city.
Here, the hauntingly beautiful Hoh Rainforest is like entering another world
where moss and lichens grow every surface.
Further to the west, Ruby Beach is possibly Washington State's most scenic beach,
with rocky sea stacks just off the coast and a shore strewn with driftwood.
One North America's most beautiful cities,
Seattle has a perpetually optimistic outlook.
Whether you're exploring the countryside or the heart of downtown,
what Seattle so special is the incredible variety of experiences
you'll find in the Emerald City