golden gate

The Golden Gate Bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the opening of the San Francisco Bay onto the Pacific Ocean - San Francisco, California. Somebody, somewhere, sometime, said that this was by far the prettiest bridge in the world. Think I might agree, at least, of those that I have seen............

famous crooked street

Lombard Street, one the most famous and picturesque in San Francisco, winds tortuously down on the Russian Hill Section between Leavenworth and Hyde Streets. The street affords a magnificent view of the city from the top, and a thrilling descent by auto or foot. The street earned its nickname because of the eight sharp turns (or switchbacks) that are incorporated into its design. The switchbacks design was instituted in 1922 and born of necessity in order to reduce the downhill grade (27%) which was considered too steep for most vehicles and a serious hazard to pedestrians.

picture is worth.........

This Bridge and the background city require no introduction. Unless you've lived under a rock! But did you know that the bridge received its name from the gate over which it spans. Yes, the Golden Gate, the opening of San Francisco Bay into the Pacific Ocean. Now for those under the rock, any guesses as to the name of the city.