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SEATTLE
Calling Code: +1 206
Situated on the western coast of Washington State, Seattle is the northwestern-most city in the continental U.S. Seattle is the largest city in the state and sits on a thin strip of land between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington. Lake Union and the Lake Washington Ship Canal divide the city into northern and southern halves.
Seattle's damp and rainy climate fosters a relaxed indoor lifestyle. Conversely, its surrounding mountains, rivers, lakes, and canals, along with the seafood-rich waters of the Pacific, attract outdoor enthusiasts as well.
Seattle's blend of urban sophistication and access to spectacular outdoor recreation makes it a popular tourist destination and a major cultural center. Its sophistication is evident in its architecture, fashion and arts. The city has all the trappings of a metropolitan area, with two daily newspapers, a state-of-the-art convention center, professional sports teams, a diverse music and club scene, and first-rate ballet, opera, symphony and theater companies. A major seaport, the city is a vital link in Pacific Rim trade.
Given its location, Seattle has long had a vibrant Asian and Asian American population. In addition, it has well-established communities of Scandinavians, African Americans, Jews, Native Americans, and Latinos.
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