Philadelphia
For ancient Philadelphia renowned for its role in early Christianity, see Alaşehir. Philadelphia, routinely referred to as Philly, is the birthplace of American democracy.
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For ancient Philadelphia renowned for its role in early Christianity, see Alaşehir.
Philadelphia, routinely referred to as Philly, is the birthplace of American democracy. In Independence Hall and in taverns and other locations around the city, the nation's founders planned and launched the American Revolution, which gave birth to the nation. Visitors interested in U.S. history will also discover that it is a city of firsts: the first library (1731), first hospital (1751), first medical school (1765), first national capital (1774), first stock exchange (1790), first zoo (1874), and first business school (1881).