Golden Gate Bridge

SAN FRANCISCO

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May 11th 2005
San Francisco - a city I've always wanted to visit (from watching every episode of Full House when I was younger?!!)... and it did not disappoint! A beautiful city, very pretty and green, with a beautiful harbour - I guess it reminded me of Wellington, with it's arty culture and steep hills! The beggars on the streets are something that fade away and it is 'all things bright and beautiful' that ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more