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Pittsburgh, city (1990 pop. 369,879), seat of Allegheny co., SW Pa., at the confluence of the Allegheny and the Monongahela rivers, which there form the Ohio River; inc. 1816. A major inland port of entry, it is located at the junction of east-west transportation arteries. The downtown area, known as the Golden Triangle, includes Gateway Center, a landscaped hub of office and hotel space. Pittsburgh is the seat of the Carnegie-Mellon Univ., the Univ. of Pittsburgh, Chatham College, Duquesne Univ., Carlow College, and an experiment station of the U.S. Bureau of Mines. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts and neighboring theaters, the Carnegie Institute's art and natural history museums, the Carnegie Library, and the Andy Warhol Museum are noteworthy. On the Univ. of Pittsburgh campus is a memorial hall dedicated to Stephen Foster , who was born (1826) in Lawrenceville, now part of the city.

Pittsburgh has a fine park system, of which Schenley Park is the principal unit. The blockhouse of old Fort Pitt is preserved in Point State Park. Two botanical conservatories, the Buhl Science Center, a planetarium, a civic arena (with a retractable dome), an aviary, the Flag Plaza, and the Pittsburgh Zoo are among the city's other features. Pittsburgh is home to the Pirates (National League baseball), Steelers (National Football League), and Penguins (National Hockey League).

Pittsburgh's transformation from a steel town to a corporate center for high-tech research is an enormous achievement. While other American cities that once depended on heavy industry have decayed, Pittsburgh has cleaned up the remains of its industrial past and nurtured the museums, parks, and other institutions left by its Gilded-Age magnates. It is now an economic powerhouse--home to the third-largest number of corporate headquarters in the United States. Despite all this, many Americans still imagine Pittsburgh as a gritty steel town, and first-time visitors often experience a pleasant surprise.

One of the highlights among the city's many museums is the world-class Carnegie Institute. The vibrant performing arts scene includes the acclaimed Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, which performs in Heinz Hall and gives free concerts at Point State Park in the summer. Check out the "nationality classrooms"--spaces designed and decorated by local ethnic artists--at the Cathedral of Learning.

Much of the city is defined by its topography, beginning with downtown or the Golden Triangle, which is bounded by hills and the confluence of two rivers. Visitors can take a cable car up to the Summit of Mount Washington and enjoy the view that was once obscured by smog before the city enacted tough anti-pollution laws.

The brew of diverse geographic features, the intellectualism of the colleges and universities, and the vibrant mix of immigrant groups have created distinctive neighborhoods and a thriving cultural life that visitors won't want to miss.

Pittsburgh has three rivers?the Allegheny, the Monongahela, and the Ohio-- and five main districts?North Side, West End, South Side, East End and Downtown, all of which are comprised of many other smaller districts. Everything else, such as the Pittsburgh International Airport, is in the surrounding Allegheny County.

North Side

The North Side is dominated by two baseball and football stadiums. It's an old working-class neighborhood that is noteworthy for the interesting architecture of the many 19th century homes that line the streets. Stroll through and take a look at the intricate woodwork, decorative ceramic tile, slate roofs, and stained glass. For those searching for a day out, you can take in a game and then have something to eat at a place like Penn Brewery.

West End

This neighborhood is often overlooked for its busier counterparts, but West End holds its own treasures. It encompasses the Mount Washington district, and the best view from the 400-foot top of Mt. Washington. The whole city and the mighty, muddy Monongahela River are laid out below, like a postcard. Among its most interesting features are its inclined railways, or funiculars, that run up the Appalachian hills in and around the city, a remnant of the old mining industry.

South Side

This is the place to be on weekends, with plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance of each other. Once the crowded home to thousands of mill workers, this has become a trendy place to live and also a great place to scope out art. The Carson Street and Shadyside neighborhoods also have some galleries, like the Carnegie Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural History.

East End

This area is primarily known for its universities and ritzy neighborhoods. Both Carnegie Mellon and the University of Pittsburgh call this district home, and the businesses have shaped themselves accordingly. The street-side cafes, restaurants, and bookstores all exude academia, all the while mingling with the high-end residential neighborhoods that surround them.

Downtown

It's a short trip from the airport to Downtown. Here stand the old, classic parts of Pittsburgh, including Fort Pitt, the original settlement built by the British settlers in the 18th century. Here too are the modern economic structures of the Golden Triangle district that reflect Pittsburgh's dynamic economy. The smaller neighborhood of the Strip District provides a satisfying place to find dinner and nighttime entertainment. Restaurants and bars like Mullaney's Harp & Fiddle Irish Pub, and Primanti Bros. Restaurant give you plenty of ways to experience the eclectic community. The Strip offers a wide choice of coffee shops, cafes, and some living history in the wholesale produce markets.