I grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. Anytime I bring a friend to the city driving from the airport, they unanimously gasp with surprise when they see how beautiful the city is. Pittsburgh has gone through an amazing renaissance since the demise of the steel industry.
My family lived in Crafton Borough until I was about 9 years old. We then moved to the North Hills. What few Pittsburghers know is that early in the 20th century the city fathers embarked on one of the most interesting economic experiments, an experiment that after the Second World War provided the funds for Pittsburgh's renaissance. What was this experiment? Pittsburgh took advantage of a constitutional provision that allowed the city to tax buildings at a much lower rate than the tax rate imposed on land values. It worked magic in attracting new construction and keeping land prices affordable. Unfortunately, early in the 2000s the city fathers reverted to the conventional property tax and investments declined as a result.
I lived in the Pittsburgh area my whole life. I have to agree that driving out of the Ft. Pitt tunnel into downtown is spectacular. Thanks for making this video. Enjoyed it very much.
@@magicd5780 Its a good view also. Its just something about coming out of the Ft Pitt tunnel right at the tip of the city where you can see the stadiums and the fountain and it just kinda pops right out at you its really spectacular.
Born and raised in Pittsburgh. You nailed it, I love my city and I'm glad you did to! The national aviary is also in Pittsburgh, they actually had a large eagle escape last year. It was pretty crazy seeing the thing fly over the rivers hunting for fish! They finally caught it after a couple days.
I did my undergrad here 15 years ago and, after living in 3 other cities, decided I needed to come back to Pittsburgh for the reasons you mentioned PLUS... It has so many excellent parks that are expansive and make you forget you're in a city; Frick, Schenley, Riverview, South Side Park, Highland Park, doesn't matter what part of the city you're in there's always a great park nearby. Also, it doesn't have an extensive subway but it does have decent public transit (and busways) and many walkable neighborhoods. The view coming out the tunnel is nice, but being able to get downtown or north side for an NFL, MLB, or NHL game from anywhere in the city and most parts of the metro area without needing to drive is amazing. Then there's the bike trails too! You can bike all the way to DC almost without ever sharing a space with cars!
I used to work in a Higher end restaurant in downtown Pittsburgh . I met a lot of Brits and other people from Europe that like to come to Pittsburgh to vacation which i thought was odd but they all told me that to them it feels more like a European city than an American city in that there was such a mix of old and new. They all came here because they feel comfortable here.
Not to mention the area also has lots of European decent my dad is irish german and french and my mom is Albanian and Italian.we truly are a brewing pot of nations.the architecture sometimes also gives me a little bit of a german vibe.
Lots of irish french german and polish moved to Pittsburgh in the 18 and 1900's due to job opportunities.I live in Lawrence county and from something I saw Lawrence had lots of southern Europeans come over due to job opportunities as well.
Suburban Pittsburgh native here- I would like to proudly say that it is people who make great videos like you who are helping to make my beloved city and many other cities more well known to the world. I love how you quickly covered some of the best and most prominent aspects of Pittsburgh, and it was a joy to watch. I love my city and hometown with every fiber in me, and so I thank you for revealing the beautiful wonder that is Pittsburgh, my one and only home. Great job!! Thanks- A
I love this city. I recently drove there from Michigan and was blown away by how unique and awesome this city is. Up until now, Pittsburgh never crossed my mind as an interesting place to go to. Having experienced it for myself, all I can say is I want to go back soon. The city has a very interesting energy to it, I can't quite explain it. It's like a big city with a small town feel, very cool. I also love all of the hills, bridges, tunnels, and overall landscape of this city. I love Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh, in my opinion, is the most underrated city in the US. Culturally, it punches far above it's weight. If I was young and starting out, that's probably where I'd move. It's affordable and beautiful.
Visited Pittsburgh for the first time for Anthrocon this past weekend. What a beautiful city. The incline was breathtaking, and the National Aviary was incredible!
Ah what a beautiful narration of a beautiful city. We moved to Pittsburgh when I was 24 & my newly wed wife 19.years old. Raised a beautiful & successful family in Pittsburgh. After 46 years we moved to Atlanta suburb. Still miss Pittsburgh too much. Not long ago I told my 8 years old granddaughter that we are going to move back to Pittsburgh after she goes to college. Plan to visit ASAP. Thank you for the true presentation of Beautiful Pittsburgh.
Seeing the city skyline as u exit the tunnel is simply mesmerizing. I'm from NY and the first time i visited this amazing city is something i will never forget. Their bridges, their rivers and their stadiums all ties up into a breath taking postcard.
I moved here from another part of western Pennsylvania about 4 years ago. I have always wanted to live here in Pittsburgh, and I'm absolutely in love with the city, and the people in it. The friendly, hospitable, charitable, and honest people are just one of many things that make it so great! I have lived in several cities all over the US and abroad, and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. When I'm travelling, and people ask me where I'm from, I very proudly say Pittsburgh
As a proud Pittsburgh native who hasn't had the chance to visit the city as much as I would like, I can confidently say that Pittsburgh is the best city in the world. There are countless reasons why I feel this way, but here are just a few. First of all, Pittsburgh is a city that truly embodies the spirit of the American dream. It has a rich history of industry and innovation, and it's been a place where hardworking people have been able to build successful lives for themselves and their families for generations. Despite its challenges over the years, Pittsburgh has always been a place of resilience and determination, and that's something that I find incredibly inspiring. Another thing that I love about Pittsburgh is its unique and diverse culture. Whether you're into sports, art, music, food, or anything in between, you're sure to find something that you love in Pittsburgh. From the iconic black-and-gold of the Steelers to the delicious pierogies that are a staple of Pittsburgh cuisine, there's a sense of pride and tradition that permeates everything in the city. But perhaps the thing that I love most about Pittsburgh is its people. There's a warmth and friendliness to the people of Pittsburgh that you just don't find in other cities. Even though I haven't spent as much time in the city as I would like, I've always felt a strong sense of community and belonging there, and that's something that I cherish. In short, Pittsburgh is an amazing city that I feel incredibly lucky to call my hometown. It's a place that's full of history, culture, and opportunity, and it's a place that truly embodies the best of what America has to offer. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through, I'm confident that you'll fall in love with Pittsburgh just like I have.
@@Zukireese It’s a hidden gem. But, I have realized that the business community here in the NYC metropolitan area who travel alot are increasingly aware of what a nice city Pittsburgh is.
I move in just a couple of weeks to attend CMU and I am so excited! I applied after visiting the city a couple of times and I cannot wait to relocate. No joke about the Ft. Pitt tunnel--it stuns me every time! Pittsburgh is truly underrated with how much culture it packs into a small area without ever feeling like a major congested city.
Great video! I live in Austin but grew up in Pittsburgh (North Hills) and moved here in the 70s. Still very proud to say I’m from Pittsburgh and I love the way the city has progressed after the demise of the steel industry. Huge Steelers fan down here in Cowboys country!
Thanks for posting this. I'm a Californian.....but spent 2 high school years in Pittsburgh. Since that's where i got my first drivers license, i enjoyed exploring. i loved the history. We lived in the suburbs near Carnegie, but went to church downtown. I never tired of the view you highlighted, i.e. emerging from the Ft. Pitt tunnels to see that skyline.
As an Erie native and Pittsburgh plant for some time I appreciate all videos highlighting this city I love. I believe yours is one of the best, so, thank you!
Swede here who's never been to Pittsburgh or Pennsylvania. This city has me charmed, I think it's a combination of many things. The beautiful landscape around the city, the skyline ofcourse. But also interesting history and how the city has succeeded in its paradigm shift from old industrial town to modern science and becoming an educational centra. Also there seems to be something mystical with this area of the states. The forest and rivers and old mills... If I could live anywhere in the States, Pittsburgh is up there even "unseen".
There is something mystical about the Pttsburgh area. Most people who live here don't realize it, but, when they move somewhere else they miss it immensely. It's kinda weird. I read an article years ago that said it had something to do with the longitude and latitude coordinates. Go figure.
Just wanted to tell you how much I love your videos. I’m obsessed with visiting major US cities and your videos are perfect. They are brief and they touch on everything I’d want to know about them. The only other thing I do when I visit a city is see what notable people came from them. Thank you for doing these. Pittsburgh is one of the top two on my bucket list of cities I haven’t visited yet, so I thoroughly enjoyed this.
Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate hearing that you enjoy my videos so much. And that is a good suggestion, I'll have to see if I can work that in somehow without disrupting the flow. I hope you're able to visit Pittsburgh sometime soon!
A good friend from college and I are huge hockey fans, particularly in cities like Pittsburgh and our hometown of St. Louis, where sports intertwines into the culture. We first went so we could see a game at Mellon Arena before it got torn down. I instantly fell in love with Pittsburgh, and have been back twice since then. I'm actually taking my family there this weekend, and cannot wait to take them through Fort Pitt Tunnel and show them the many incredible sites there. I agree with your take on the Cathedral of Learning. It is absolutely breathtaking, and the nationality classrooms are a must-see.
@@dew-me7266 I can relate! Lol I’m a home grown Pittsburgher we left in the late 70’s my Mother and I. I moved back in the 80’s raised my children and took them back to Atlanta. While I loved Atlanta and was glad that my children had a chance to be exposed to something other than Pittsburgh. I will say this I was ready to return home to Pittsburgh. My children are there and I’m happy for the experience but after awhile Atlanta is a bit much. Lol
I visited Pittsburgh twice 2020 and 2021. I totally agree with your take on coming out of Fort Pitt Tunnel. It was a really spectacular view of the city along with the view from the top of Duquesne Incline. Those views are still etched in my head to this day.
@@jonnyfendi2003 I live in Pittsburgh now but totally agree with you. The downtown area looks much better from afar. Then once you get down into it it's basically Zombie Land😆
Also have to mention that PNC Park and Heinz Field are two of the most beautiful sporting arenas in the country. When at PNC Park you have such an amazing view of the whole city/skyline, making Pirates games more than about the game.
Pittsburgh transplant here. Great video you really hit all the major aspects of the city in a well edited video. I do believe that Pittsburgh is the best example of a successfully post industrial city in the US.
This was great. I am a born and raised Pittsburgh gal and I love living here. We also have beautiful parks and hiking trails. Thanks for a great video.
Hi, I was born in the Allegheny General Hospital in 1937 and grew up north of there in the town of Allison Park. Steeler Fan, you bet and include the Pirates. I have always been proud to call this my home town and perhaps one day I will have the opportunity to return for a visit. I remember crossing the river in a cloud of smoke from the steel mills and taking the Harmony Short Line Bus home. My father worked for many years at Pittsburgh Plate Glass and my mother received her nursing credential fro Allegheny General. Good luck to all of you.
Loved in Pittsburgh my whole life but moved away a few years ago to marry my husband who lived in Michigan all his life. We’re having a baby now and decided to move back here, I love sharing stuff like this with him!
this is a great video! i love in pittsburgh, and in 2 weeks my long distance boyfriend and his family are meeting me for the first time in person. i never thought pittsburgh had any cool facts, or was leading in anything, but this video gave me some things to brag about when they come down. thank you! 🤗
Awesome video! Imo, due to it's location and how many aspects of the city are influenced by and for events in American history, Pittsburgh is one of the 5 most important cities in the US.
I live right outside of Pittsburgh in the South Hills. Driving through the Ft Pitt tunnels and being hit in the face with a city that is hidden behind a huge mountain...it's EPIC! I have thought it was magical since I was a kid. Excellent food and craft beer scene. Cultural events all over every weekend and so much green space. It's a great city and you did a great video! Thanks for sharing!
@@theherbpuffer huge enough to hide the city behind it! I hope you have a good day and focus on what's right and not what's wrong. You will be happier my friend!
Not a native, but live in Pittsburgh and love it. Additional assets that are hard to show visually include the varied neighborhoods and lively arts scene ranging from transitional things like symphony and opera, to modern dance and newer arts. Also, a great restaurant scene
Flying into Pittsburgh International airport at night gives a stunningly beautiful view of downtown! I live about 100 miles NE of the city, and I go there several times per year. There's a lot to like, but I must say driving in the area can be a real challenge to the inexperienced.
I'm retired now in Florida. Having grown up in Brooklyn, I married a girl from Plum Boro in 1974. Saint Peg and I are still married 49 years later. I raised my family in western PA and there couldn't have been a better place to do so. Pittsburgh has the best of both worlds. There is an active downtown area, featuring the arts, sports, dining, shopping, etc. But one can experience rural attractions within as little as a half hour from the Point. After nearly fifty years, I still get goosebumps when exiting the Fort Pitt tunnel at the only city that has its own entrance.
Also, there is a bike trail on a rails to trails line that starts from Pittsburgh are connects to other trails that stretch all the way down to Washington DC or to Wierton WV depending on which trail you start on
It is so compact; the city is really cool but the streets are so narrow and row houses so close. You can really get the feel of all the people who lived here when the steel Mills and Heinz manufacturers were booming.
@@lndingalle9605 not sure what you're talking about with regards to no sidewalks. They're everywhere! Compared to some other cities that are super spread out and have nothing but "stroads" everywhere where there really ARENT sidewalks, I find Pittsburgh designed well for walking, hills aside. It's a compact city and doesn't really take long to walk all of downtown.
I went to the University of Pittsburgh...GREAT city and area around the campus too with it's varied architecture. Pittsburgh is CLEAN, PRETTY, ordered and small enough to be comfortable yet big enough to be impressive. Miss living there. God bless~
You nailed it! All the elements are clicking in your presentations and of course Pittsburgh shines throughout. We are going to visit our Pittsburgh friends this Autumn, so I thought my research was complete. And yet, you mention at least 5 things that were not even on my radar! I really love the older mix of architectural elements in the Eastern seaboard skylines. It’s nice to know that mixture extends a bit west with cities like Pittsburgh. Hope you are enjoying your new city, Minneapolis. I know you love that skyline almost as much if not more than Philadelphia. One suggestion….hold off doing your video on Austin, Texas for a few more years. They have major skyline changes in the works including plans for a super tall skyscraper that may end up eclipsing even our tallest here in Houston! We have 3 new ones going up in downtown Houston, so you might hold off doing that one as well! 🥇⭐️😎🏙🏆
Thank you so much! And I appreciate the feedback! I'm glad to hear that you still learned a few things 😀 That's good information about those two Texas cities. I was aware of the new skyscrapers in Austin but I didn't realize that Houston had a few more going up. I've been excited to get around to those cities so we'll see if I can be patient enough
They are supposed to put a massive hotel and outdoor shopping center and a Ferris wheel on the north shore so it’ll be interesting to see how the skyline changes
Very accurate presentation of the city I lived in for 30 years. I miss it and would move back there in a heartbeat if possible. The greatest city I've lived in!
This is the best video I’ve seen on my hometown. You packed a lot of information in this short video. I’m so proud to be from this great city!! Thank you 🖤💛
Ayy, nice! Pittsburgh is one of the cities I want to visit absolute most. It looks so amazing, and would be awesome to see in real life, and experience it.
I grew up in rural western PA in the 90s but never spent much time in Pittsburgh until I moved here 3 years ago after coming back from 15 years of living in California. I learned more about Pittsburgh from this video than I did in the 3 years I've lived here and have even more love and respect for this city. Out of all the places I've lived or visited I never cared for most cities but SF and Pittsburgh are the two exceptions. The former is too expensive and has a lot of very obvious issues, but I do miss the ocean. If Pittsburgh was coastal it would be without equal. Fortunately the high integration of trees, nature, and good food here more than make up for it.
One more note, Pittsburgh also hosts one of the largest car shows in the country inside schenley park, as well as one of the only vintage races of it's kind in the world, the circuit runs right alongside Phipps conservatory
Just moved to Pitt and you perfectly captured every reason I fell in love with the city. You need to check out squirrel hill and shady side next time in you're in the area. Great Video!
I live in the Pittsburgh area near the Ohio River, and one nice thing about Pittsburgh is that it hasn't been overly agressive with expansion, and has left most of the other towns along the rivers alone, which gives each of the satellite towns a different and unique feel. It also meant that Pittsburgh itself is more inwardly focused which is likely why the skyline is so great. I have visited other cities like DC, Tokyo, Osaka and a was shocked how places with such huge populations could have such awful skylines, and the truth is that geographical limitations make good skylines more than population
@@zachphelps3427 Japanese and European cities generally lack high rises compared to similar sized American cities. Also Japanese cities that do have high rises like Tokyo or Osaka have them scattered rather than all in one place. Like there are high rises in Shinjuku, Marunochi, Ikebukuro and more, but not a singular monolithic downtown.
Thanks for putting Pittsburgh in good light. I'm tired of the channels showing the hoods but don't show the nice parts. Pittsburgh definitely reinvented itself and is an amazing city with an identity and rich culture
Without the hoods we wouldn't have videos like this. most businesses in city, including hospitals, offices hotels,restaurants, stores transportation, ect., Depend on hood employees more than you would think. The hood is just as important and all the "perfection" in all reality most of these hoods made and continue to make Pittsburgh what it is
Yep you basically got it the exit of the tunnel the skyline and the point are amazing we also have the national aviary and the parks are amazing. Thanks for highlighting what I feel is a underrated city
I went to Art Institute of Pittsburgh back in late '82 for only 6 months thanks to my Dad who was paying for my College Tuition decided that he's not going to pay anymore that left me in a pickle, I had to leave Pittsburgh and later joined the U.S. Army for 8 years and later the U.S. Army National Guard then later the USPS in which I will retire this Feb '24 with 29 years & 11 months. With that said I never been in a City that smaller than my own (NYC) with so many friend friend people, this City was my turning point in life and stirred in the right direction in what I wanted to accomplish in live. Give or take a few months after winter is over...I will go back to visit this lost gem and enjoy my time there in which was cut short so many moons ago.
Born and raised and have lived on the North Side a mere 5 minutes from the original Heinz Factory. Beside Carnegie, you also have Heinz and Westinghouse being two other big names in terms of past historical figures that had large impacts on the country in terms of it's future in both food and electricity.
Primanti Brothers and Schlotzsky's are both GR8 places to grub. That city view from the tunnel is priceless. Just like the view of Yosemite Valley from the tunnel, with El Cap and Half Dome... unforgettable. Kennywood is a must see, it has awesome roller-coasters. Everything was chill when I visited in the early 2000s, and locals have their language. Turtle Creek is pronounced differently, from our standard American English.
Loved this video. I’m from the Pittsburgh area. I graduated from Robert Morris University and worked in the city for a few years. Love coming back for visits.
Wow! This video is beautifully done! I’m a thoroughly impressed native!lol Fun fact: On Monday I went to the Carnegie museum of art, then went up the street to eat at primantis! #MondayFunday is what we called it!🖤💛
i serve at a major restaurant in the burgh and for any out of towners i always recommend they ride The Incline (station square) and to dine at Umami in Lawrenceville. if you only do those two things alone you’d fall in love
bridges are beautiful here but most of them are horrible and need redone they only do the bridges downtown....edit:one of our bridges got shutdown due today lol because debris fell on cars
Got to love the Burgh. I was raised south of the city in what was farm land at the time. Peters Township is now a well to do suburb.. I live in Annapolis Maryland now but make trips back to see the family.
Been living in the city since 1998. Wouldn’t dream of living anywhere else. It truly has changed since I moved here. I remember first discovering the trails along the rivers and loving to bring my bike there. Fun fact: It’s the only Pittsburgh to have “burgh” in its name (there are at least two others in the country that are spelled without the “h”). It has to do with the US Postal Service standardizing names over a century ago. They changed all “burgh” to “burg”. But decades after that, Pittsburghers petitioned to restore the city’s original name, and the petition was granted. You can still see “Pittsburg” written in some places, like at the train station
You hit all the good spots for sure! Hope you got a good view on top of Mount Washington! And yes, Primanti’s is amazing. My boyfriend moved here from Ohio and now I got him hooked to their sandwiches!
I grew up in Eastern Ohio and visited my grandparents many times in their condo across from the Cathedral of Learning and down the hill from University of Pittsburgh. Best decision Pittsburgh did was to demolish Three Rivers Stadium and creating Heinz Field and PNC Park on the North shore giving great views of the city skyline.
I grew up in NJ. My parents from Pitts area so we would go visit about once a year... I love Pittsburgh and have fond memories of the city and metro area!
I love Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh has taken a part of my life. I left my heart in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh is where you shine and prosper; as for New York City, you have to already been established to make it there. The architecture of Pittsburgh is more than just amazing. It combines old and new. The old historical landmarks come side to side by the Hi-Rise luxury buildings. Liberty Avenue, Penn Ave, Fifth Ave, Wood street, Grant Street, etc.. is what gives the cultural and financial district of Pittsburgh its distinctive appearance. I remember a 4-story building on Liberty Ave that is 20' frontage and 114' depth with two retailers on the ground floor, and the upper floors which should have been offices, were converted on each floor into a luxury apartment (warehouse like) but looked astonishing rather than appalling. Oh wow ! I wanted to own that building myself, but at that time my financial situation didn't allow me to do so. I felt I could own the whole city by just investing in that gorgeous building I'd purchase. The style of living is a way of life, and living in Pittsburgh is a phenomenal living. I am still thinking that I'd go back there one day, and own that damn building that paralyzed my feelings and crippled my emotion for a long time. Thanks. Sincerely, Omar.
Thank you for making this video, it was extremely well done and paints Pittsburgh in the positive light that it deserves. My only comment is the pronunciation of Carnegie. From my understanding, Andrew Carnegie, his family, and those from his hometown in Scotland pronounced the surname “car-NAY-gie”. Pittsburghers generally still stay true to the pronunciation. Whereas, Dale Carnegie (and most east-coasters and New Yorkers in particular) pronounce it as “Car-nuh-gie”, as you did in the video. There have been a lot of debates on this, and I personally believe the correct way is to stay true to the Scottish way. Anyway, nice job!
I miss home. I'm in the South, now. But I spent my first 22 years in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, and loved every single second of it. I fully agree that's it's one of the most beautiful larger cities in the world and I agree with basically everything else you said. It's basically paradise. I even have a great story about the Cathedral of Learning. I did go to Pitt, but this happened during a visit home with my family after I moved away. My Dad and I were taking my family, hubby and baby, everywhere, including to Pitt. We were there over Thanksgiving break and we walked into the Cathedral and it was barely occupied. We met a lovely custodian and struck up a conversation with him. Upstairs, at the very top level, there is a beautiful and luxurious board room that no one can get to. And there are literally only a few people that are ever allowed in. That man was so wonderful, he decided to take us up! He was kind of nervous about it, but was determined to do it. We were absolutely thrilled! If you've ever tried to get to the top, you know you can't do it. There are some weird viewing windows that you can barely see out of on the highest floor that anyone can access, which isn't the top. Close, but no cigar. Man, It. Was. Stunning. The views, I mean. The room is perfect, but looking out of those windows in the middle of Oakland was a wish I had had for years. After we had just been walking around visiting all of the international class rooms, pushing all the buttons and listening to the presentations, it was just a stellar end to a very magical day. ✨️
Pittsburgh is an underrated city. It has the reputation of being smokey and dirty but it has so much charm and great geography. I live in Annapolis Maryland nowadays but make it back to see the family about once a year.
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh - left and moved to Atlanta for 28 years and recently moved back home to my beloved Pittsburgh. Atlanta was a great city to live but to me there is no place like Pittsburgh!
My buddy lives near the strip and I grew up not to far from Pittsburgh myself. An underrated point to me is the food. There’s so much variety, you can find almost any type of food you could possibly eat. For example, ever wanted to try Turkish pizza? Yep there’s a place for that. You have a hankering for middle eastern food, try salems in the Strip. Want a nice ramen and gourmet Japanese food, Yuzu’s kitchen on wood st. Coming from the suburbs where we only have one Thai place, 2 Chinese restaurants, and 2 Mexican restaurants, it’s so refreshing to have so many good places to eat in and around Pittsburgh
@@CityGeek definitely, can’t recommend it enough, it’s “Efes Mediterranean Pizza” in Aspenwall. People out here complaining about pineapple on pizza these guys put lamb and crabmeat on it lol. Fr they’re one of the best places I’ve had. It’s Up there with xocos in Chicago
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I grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. Anytime I bring a friend to the city driving from the airport, they unanimously gasp with surprise when they see how beautiful the city is. Pittsburgh has gone through an amazing renaissance since the demise of the steel industry.
Nobody I know gasped. Must be all old people who never been anywhere
My family lived in Crafton Borough until I was about 9 years old. We then moved to the North Hills. What few Pittsburghers know is that early in the 20th century the city fathers embarked on one of the most interesting economic experiments, an experiment that after the Second World War provided the funds for Pittsburgh's renaissance. What was this experiment? Pittsburgh took advantage of a constitutional provision that allowed the city to tax buildings at a much lower rate than the tax rate imposed on land values. It worked magic in attracting new construction and keeping land prices affordable. Unfortunately, early in the 2000s the city fathers reverted to the conventional property tax and investments declined as a result.
@@nthperson Didn’t know that.
@@MaxC-rf5ss you must be a hater
@@marques9392He's a Browns fan no doubt .....
I lived in the Pittsburgh area my whole life. I have to agree that driving out of the Ft. Pitt tunnel into downtown is spectacular. Thanks for making this video. Enjoyed it very much.
Thank you!! 🙏
I think the view coming through the liberty tunnels is better view.
@@magicd5780 Its a good view also. Its just something about coming out of the Ft Pitt tunnel right at the tip of the city where you can see the stadiums and the fountain and it just kinda pops right out at you its really spectacular.
It sure is it just takes a lifetime to drive through the tunnel even when there no traffic lol
@@markwhewell4265 LOL. so true
Born and raised in Pittsburgh. You nailed it, I love my city and I'm glad you did to! The national aviary is also in Pittsburgh, they actually had a large eagle escape last year. It was pretty crazy seeing the thing fly over the rivers hunting for fish! They finally caught it after a couple days.
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Thank you!! And that’s fascinating about the national aviary. Thanks for mentioning that!
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Your city is the worst in the country.
I did my undergrad here 15 years ago and, after living in 3 other cities, decided I needed to come back to Pittsburgh for the reasons you mentioned PLUS... It has so many excellent parks that are expansive and make you forget you're in a city; Frick, Schenley, Riverview, South Side Park, Highland Park, doesn't matter what part of the city you're in there's always a great park nearby. Also, it doesn't have an extensive subway but it does have decent public transit (and busways) and many walkable neighborhoods. The view coming out the tunnel is nice, but being able to get downtown or north side for an NFL, MLB, or NHL game from anywhere in the city and most parts of the metro area without needing to drive is amazing. Then there's the bike trails too! You can bike all the way to DC almost without ever sharing a space with cars!
That's really interesting. Thanks for sharing!
Yes, I lived in a tourist town on the trail. Grew up there. It was a magical place to grow up.
I used to work in a Higher end restaurant in downtown Pittsburgh . I met a lot of Brits and other people from Europe that like to come to Pittsburgh to vacation which i thought was odd but they all told me that to them it feels more like a European city than an American city in that there was such a mix of old and new. They all came here because they feel comfortable here.
Not to mention the area also has lots of European decent my dad is irish german and french and my mom is Albanian and Italian.we truly are a brewing pot of nations.the architecture sometimes also gives me a little bit of a german vibe.
Lots of irish french german and polish moved to Pittsburgh in the 18 and 1900's due to job opportunities.I live in Lawrence county and from something I saw Lawrence had lots of southern Europeans come over due to job opportunities as well.
Suburban Pittsburgh native here- I would like to proudly say that it is people who make great videos like you who are helping to make my beloved city and many other cities more well known to the world. I love how you quickly covered some of the best and most prominent aspects of Pittsburgh, and it was a joy to watch. I love my city and hometown with every fiber in me, and so I thank you for revealing the beautiful wonder that is Pittsburgh, my one and only home. Great job!! Thanks- A
Wow, thank you!! It truly is an amazing city.
@@CityGeek 100% agreed!!
I love this city. I recently drove there from Michigan and was blown away by how unique and awesome this city is. Up until now, Pittsburgh never crossed my mind as an interesting place to go to. Having experienced it for myself, all I can say is I want to go back soon. The city has a very interesting energy to it, I can't quite explain it. It's like a big city with a small town feel, very cool. I also love all of the hills, bridges, tunnels, and overall landscape of this city. I love Pittsburgh.
@bbabbich3467 Yes, completely I agree.
Pittsburgh, in my opinion, is the most underrated city in the US. Culturally, it punches far above it's weight. If I was young and starting out, that's probably where I'd move. It's affordable and beautiful.
It’s definitely the most underrated city in America.
@@markrichards6863 Fully agreed!
I visited Pittsburgh in August of 2008 for a friend's wedding. It is one of the most beautiful cities I have ever seen. 😊
Visited Pittsburgh for the first time for Anthrocon this past weekend. What a beautiful city. The incline was breathtaking, and the National Aviary was incredible!
So glad you had fun. Anthrocon is the best -- we love hosting your friendly, lively community.
Driving through the Ft Pitt tunnel IS the best entrance to any city 😉
Ah what a beautiful narration of a beautiful city. We moved to Pittsburgh when I was 24 & my newly wed wife 19.years old. Raised a beautiful & successful family in Pittsburgh. After 46 years we moved to Atlanta suburb. Still miss Pittsburgh too much. Not long ago I told my 8 years old granddaughter that we are going to move back to Pittsburgh after she goes to college. Plan to visit ASAP. Thank you for the true presentation of Beautiful Pittsburgh.
Thank you!!
Seeing the city skyline as u exit the tunnel is simply mesmerizing. I'm from NY and the first time i visited this amazing city is something i will never forget. Their bridges, their rivers and their stadiums all ties up into a breath taking postcard.
Yes! You just described the very same view of the city when new visitors see the “Golden Triangle” as they exit the tunnel high above the city!
I moved here from another part of western Pennsylvania about 4 years ago. I have always wanted to live here in Pittsburgh, and I'm absolutely in love with the city, and the people in it. The friendly, hospitable, charitable, and honest people are just one of many things that make it so great! I have lived in several cities all over the US and abroad, and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. When I'm travelling, and people ask me where I'm from, I very proudly say Pittsburgh
Sorry I missed seeing this comment come in a week ago! Thanks for the kind comment!
that's good to hear... I was thinking about moving there from Maryland... starting over with my kid...
As a proud Pittsburgh native who hasn't had the chance to visit the city as much as I would like, I can confidently say that Pittsburgh is the best city in the world. There are countless reasons why I feel this way, but here are just a few.
First of all, Pittsburgh is a city that truly embodies the spirit of the American dream. It has a rich history of industry and innovation, and it's been a place where hardworking people have been able to build successful lives for themselves and their families for generations. Despite its challenges over the years, Pittsburgh has always been a place of resilience and determination, and that's something that I find incredibly inspiring.
Another thing that I love about Pittsburgh is its unique and diverse culture. Whether you're into sports, art, music, food, or anything in between, you're sure to find something that you love in Pittsburgh. From the iconic black-and-gold of the Steelers to the delicious pierogies that are a staple of Pittsburgh cuisine, there's a sense of pride and tradition that permeates everything in the city.
But perhaps the thing that I love most about Pittsburgh is its people. There's a warmth and friendliness to the people of Pittsburgh that you just don't find in other cities. Even though I haven't spent as much time in the city as I would like, I've always felt a strong sense of community and belonging there, and that's something that I cherish.
In short, Pittsburgh is an amazing city that I feel incredibly lucky to call my hometown. It's a place that's full of history, culture, and opportunity, and it's a place that truly embodies the best of what America has to offer. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just passing through, I'm confident that you'll fall in love with Pittsburgh just like I have.
not the best city in the world tho.
but People here are A-holes
@@Zukireese It’s a hidden gem. But, I have realized that the business community here in the NYC metropolitan area who travel alot are increasingly aware of what a nice city Pittsburgh is.
I move in just a couple of weeks to attend CMU and I am so excited! I applied after visiting the city a couple of times and I cannot wait to relocate. No joke about the Ft. Pitt tunnel--it stuns me every time! Pittsburgh is truly underrated with how much culture it packs into a small area without ever feeling like a major congested city.
It really is an underrated city! Good luck at CMU!
So what do you think Brittany? Been to Primantis yet?
Great video! I live in Austin but grew up in Pittsburgh (North Hills) and moved here in the 70s. Still very proud to say I’m from Pittsburgh and I love the way the city has progressed after the demise of the steel industry. Huge Steelers fan down here in Cowboys country!
Thanks so much!
Steelers fan and you're living in Cowboys land.... You're about as fucked as a black guy in Boston.
Bro you won't believe this I am from Pittsburgh also and I have the same exact first and last name as you.
Now I’m considering leaving Austin for Pittsburgh
Once a yinzer always a yinzer!
Thanks for posting this. I'm a Californian.....but spent 2 high school years in Pittsburgh. Since that's where i got my first drivers license, i enjoyed exploring. i loved the history. We lived in the suburbs near Carnegie, but went to church downtown. I never tired of the view you highlighted, i.e. emerging from the Ft. Pitt tunnels to see that skyline.
As an Erie native and Pittsburgh plant for some time I appreciate all videos highlighting this city I love. I believe yours is one of the best, so, thank you!
Thank you! It’s a great city!
Swede here who's never been to Pittsburgh or Pennsylvania. This city has me charmed, I think it's a combination of many things. The beautiful landscape around the city, the skyline ofcourse. But also interesting history and how the city has succeeded in its paradigm shift from old industrial town to modern science and becoming an educational centra. Also there seems to be something mystical with this area of the states. The forest and rivers and old mills... If I could live anywhere in the States, Pittsburgh is up there even "unseen".
I hope you will come visit soon; especially beautiful here from April - October.
Well, I can promise you would never regret it. I pray you at least get to visit, one day.
There is something mystical about the Pttsburgh area. Most people who live here don't realize it, but, when they move somewhere else they miss it immensely. It's kinda weird.
I read an article years ago that said it had something to do with the longitude and latitude coordinates. Go figure.
Just wanted to tell you how much I love your videos. I’m obsessed with visiting major US cities and your videos are perfect. They are brief and they touch on everything I’d want to know about them. The only other thing I do when I visit a city is see what notable people came from them. Thank you for doing these. Pittsburgh is one of the top two on my bucket list of cities I haven’t visited yet, so I thoroughly enjoyed this.
Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate hearing that you enjoy my videos so much. And that is a good suggestion, I'll have to see if I can work that in somehow without disrupting the flow. I hope you're able to visit Pittsburgh sometime soon!
Come here! We love outsiders. Go to Casbah in Shadyside and let me make you a drink!
A good friend from college and I are huge hockey fans, particularly in cities like Pittsburgh and our hometown of St. Louis, where sports intertwines into the culture. We first went so we could see a game at Mellon Arena before it got torn down. I instantly fell in love with Pittsburgh, and have been back twice since then. I'm actually taking my family there this weekend, and cannot wait to take them through Fort Pitt Tunnel and show them the many incredible sites there. I agree with your take on the Cathedral of Learning. It is absolutely breathtaking, and the nationality classrooms are a must-see.
I was born and raised here and now currently live in Atlanta. You hit the greatest points of all. Thank you for featuring my city. ❤️
Thank you!!
Thats so weird, i been living in ATL for since 2012, and moving to Pittsburgh, im so glad to leave ATL, it is hell on earth.
@@dew-me7266 I can relate! Lol I’m a home grown Pittsburgher we left in the late 70’s my Mother and I. I moved back in the 80’s raised my children and took them back to Atlanta. While I loved Atlanta and was glad that my children had a chance to be exposed to something other than Pittsburgh. I will say this I was ready to return home to Pittsburgh. My children are there and I’m happy for the experience but after awhile Atlanta is a bit much. Lol
I visited Pittsburgh twice 2020 and 2021. I totally agree with your take on coming out of Fort Pitt Tunnel. It was a really spectacular view of the city along with the view from the top of Duquesne Incline. Those views are still etched in my head to this day.
The views are nice until you actually go into the city. The city is dead.
@@jonnyfendi2003 bullshit
@@jonnyfendi2003 I live in Pittsburgh now but totally agree with you. The downtown area looks much better from afar. Then once you get down into it it's basically Zombie Land😆
Also have to mention that PNC Park and Heinz Field are two of the most beautiful sporting arenas in the country. When at PNC Park you have such an amazing view of the whole city/skyline, making Pirates games more than about the game.
The view is to distract you from the Pirates sucking.
@@robertlunderwood Lol Robert. True!!!
@@robertlunderwood There was the first 30 or so games this season to get everyone's hopes up.
As a blue Jay's fan I gotta mention Pittsburgh has a incredible baseball stadium, skyline beyond the outfield fence. It's a gem.
Pittsburgh transplant here. Great video you really hit all the major aspects of the city in a well edited video. I do believe that Pittsburgh is the best example of a successfully post industrial city in the US.
Moved to Pittsburgh from OKC two years ago and I’m in love!
whats better the cold or the heat
This was great. I am a born and raised Pittsburgh gal and I love living here. We also have beautiful parks and hiking trails. Thanks for a great video.
Thank you!!
And a lot of hill's and cracked sidewalks.
Hi, I was born in the Allegheny General Hospital in 1937 and grew up north of there in the town of Allison Park. Steeler Fan, you bet and include the Pirates. I have always been proud to call this my home town and perhaps one day I will have the opportunity to return for a visit. I remember crossing the river in a cloud of smoke from the steel mills and taking the Harmony Short Line Bus home. My father worked for many years at Pittsburgh Plate Glass and my mother received her nursing credential fro Allegheny General. Good luck to all of you.
Thank you for making this video. I'm glad to see you show Pittsburgh in this light. Proud to be from the city of bridges
born and raised in SoCal been to Pittsburg only once during the winter to see if I could stand it, can't wait to move there.
Loved in Pittsburgh my whole life but moved away a few years ago to marry my husband who lived in Michigan all his life. We’re having a baby now and decided to move back here, I love sharing stuff like this with him!
this is a great video! i love in pittsburgh, and in 2 weeks my long distance boyfriend and his family are meeting me for the first time in person. i never thought pittsburgh had any cool facts, or was leading in anything, but this video gave me some things to brag about when they come down. thank you! 🤗
Thank you!! Yeah Pittsburgh has plenty of cool facts 😊
Awesome video! Imo, due to it's location and how many aspects of the city are influenced by and for events in American history, Pittsburgh is one of the 5 most important cities in the US.
Thank you!!
I live right outside of Pittsburgh in the South Hills. Driving through the Ft Pitt tunnels and being hit in the face with a city that is hidden behind a huge mountain...it's EPIC! I have thought it was magical since I was a kid. Excellent food and craft beer scene. Cultural events all over every weekend and so much green space. It's a great city and you did a great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!! 🙏
There's no huge mountain lmao wouldn't even call mount Washington a mountain
@@theherbpuffer huge enough to hide the city behind it! I hope you have a good day and focus on what's right and not what's wrong. You will be happier my friend!
@@goodtimeadam7732 I did focus on what's right lol good day sir
I never knew how beautiful Pittsburgh was until this video, it really is a pretty city, thanks for the video
It truly is a beautiful city. Thank you!!
Not a native, but live in Pittsburgh and love it.
Additional assets that are hard to show visually include the varied neighborhoods and lively arts scene ranging from transitional things like symphony and opera, to modern dance and newer arts. Also, a great restaurant scene
Flying into Pittsburgh International airport at night gives a stunningly beautiful view of downtown! I live about 100 miles NE of the city, and I go there several times per year. There's a lot to like, but I must say driving in the area can be a real challenge to the inexperienced.
I'm retired now in Florida. Having grown up in Brooklyn, I married a girl from Plum Boro in 1974. Saint Peg and I are still married 49 years later. I raised my family in western PA and there couldn't have been a better place to do so. Pittsburgh has the best of both worlds. There is an active downtown area, featuring the arts, sports, dining, shopping, etc. But one can experience rural attractions within as little as a half hour from the Point.
After nearly fifty years, I still get goosebumps when exiting the Fort Pitt tunnel at the only city that has its own entrance.
Great video....as someone that has lived here most of my life you did a fantastic job showcasing the city.
Thank you so much!!
Also, there is a bike trail on a rails to trails line that starts from Pittsburgh are connects to other trails that stretch all the way down to Washington DC or to Wierton WV depending on which trail you start on
It is so compact; the city is really cool but the streets are so narrow and row houses so close. You can really get the feel of all the people who lived here when the steel Mills and Heinz manufacturers were booming.
And no sidewalks
@@lndingalle9605 there are indeed sidewalks in Pittsburgh….?
@@lndingalle9605 not sure what you're talking about with regards to no sidewalks. They're everywhere! Compared to some other cities that are super spread out and have nothing but "stroads" everywhere where there really ARENT sidewalks, I find Pittsburgh designed well for walking, hills aside. It's a compact city and doesn't really take long to walk all of downtown.
I went to the University of Pittsburgh...GREAT city and area around the campus too with it's varied architecture. Pittsburgh is CLEAN, PRETTY, ordered and small enough to be comfortable yet big enough to be impressive. Miss living there. God bless~
I totally agree. Thanks for the comment!
lol Pittsburgh is “clean”? Yeah, ok yinzer. Looks like it’s time for your fentanyl fix. You’re hallucinating again.
You nailed it! All the elements are clicking in your presentations and of course Pittsburgh shines throughout. We are going to visit our Pittsburgh friends this Autumn, so I thought my research was complete. And yet, you mention at least 5 things that were not even on my radar! I really love the older mix of architectural elements in the Eastern seaboard skylines. It’s nice to know that mixture extends a bit west with cities like Pittsburgh. Hope you are enjoying your new city, Minneapolis. I know you love that skyline almost as much if not more than Philadelphia. One suggestion….hold off doing your video on Austin, Texas for a few more years. They have major skyline changes in the works including plans for a super tall skyscraper that may end up eclipsing even our tallest here in Houston! We have 3 new ones going up in downtown Houston, so you might hold off doing that one as well! 🥇⭐️😎🏙🏆
Thank you so much! And I appreciate the feedback! I'm glad to hear that you still learned a few things 😀 That's good information about those two Texas cities. I was aware of the new skyscrapers in Austin but I didn't realize that Houston had a few more going up. I've been excited to get around to those cities so we'll see if I can be patient enough
They are supposed to put a massive hotel and outdoor shopping center and a Ferris wheel on the north shore so it’ll be interesting to see how the skyline changes
Very accurate presentation of the city I lived in for 30 years. I miss it and would move back there in a heartbeat if possible. The greatest city I've lived in!
Thank you!!
Pittsburgher here. This a great video. Thanks for doing an excellent job highlighting our beautiful city.
Thank you!!
This is the best video I’ve seen on my hometown. You packed a lot of information in this short video. I’m so proud to be from this great city!! Thank you 🖤💛
Thanks so much!!
Ayy, nice! Pittsburgh is one of the cities I want to visit absolute most. It looks so amazing, and would be awesome to see in real life, and experience it.
Yeah it's really an amazing city! I hope you get the chance soon!
Great place really underrated.
Where are you from
I grew up in rural western PA in the 90s but never spent much time in Pittsburgh until I moved here 3 years ago after coming back from 15 years of living in California. I learned more about Pittsburgh from this video than I did in the 3 years I've lived here and have even more love and respect for this city.
Out of all the places I've lived or visited I never cared for most cities but SF and Pittsburgh are the two exceptions. The former is too expensive and has a lot of very obvious issues, but I do miss the ocean. If Pittsburgh was coastal it would be without equal. Fortunately the high integration of trees, nature, and good food here more than make up for it.
City Geek, You're amazing! I hit the like button as soon as I saw it!
Thank you!!
Pittsburgh's multibillion skyscrapers has very awesome!💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤
One more note, Pittsburgh also hosts one of the largest car shows in the country inside schenley park, as well as one of the only vintage races of it's kind in the world, the circuit runs right alongside Phipps conservatory
Just moved to Pitt and you perfectly captured every reason I fell in love with the city. You need to check out squirrel hill and shady side next time in you're in the area. Great Video!
Thank you! And thanks for those suggestions!
I live in the Pittsburgh area near the Ohio River, and one nice thing about Pittsburgh is that it hasn't been overly agressive with expansion, and has left most of the other towns along the rivers alone, which gives each of the satellite towns a different and unique feel. It also meant that Pittsburgh itself is more inwardly focused which is likely why the skyline is so great. I have visited other cities like DC, Tokyo, Osaka and a was shocked how places with such huge populations could have such awful skylines, and the truth is that geographical limitations make good skylines more than population
From Lawrenceville to the strip and downtown are unrecognizable to me now
Well DC is a bit of a unique case in that regard but you're certainly right about the Japanese cities
@@zachphelps3427 Japanese and European cities generally lack high rises compared to similar sized American cities. Also Japanese cities that do have high rises like Tokyo or Osaka have them scattered rather than all in one place. Like there are high rises in Shinjuku, Marunochi, Ikebukuro and more, but not a singular monolithic downtown.
Thanks for putting Pittsburgh in good light. I'm tired of the channels showing the hoods but don't show the nice parts. Pittsburgh definitely reinvented itself and is an amazing city with an identity and rich culture
And many of those hoods are historical places. Do some research you will be surprised.
@@Kim-427 I know this lol
@@theherbpuffer I’m so glad that you know this. Lol
Without the hoods we wouldn't have videos like this. most businesses in city, including hospitals, offices hotels,restaurants, stores transportation, ect., Depend on hood employees more than you would think. The hood is just as important and all the "perfection" in all reality most of these hoods made and continue to make Pittsburgh what it is
I love my hometown and miss it every day! Moving back asap!
I moved here in February and this city is really growing on me
The veteran bridge entry into town is arguably one of best sights in the city too just beautiful
Yep you basically got it the exit of the tunnel the skyline and the point are amazing we also have the national aviary and the parks are amazing. Thanks for highlighting what I feel is a underrated city
I went to Art Institute of Pittsburgh back in late '82 for only 6 months thanks to my Dad who was paying for my College Tuition decided that he's not going to pay anymore that left me in a pickle, I had to leave Pittsburgh and later joined the U.S. Army for 8 years and later the U.S. Army National Guard then later the USPS in which I will retire this Feb '24 with 29 years & 11 months. With that said I never been in a City that smaller than my own (NYC) with so many friend friend people, this City was my turning point in life and stirred in the right direction in what I wanted to accomplish in live. Give or take a few months after winter is over...I will go back to visit this lost gem and enjoy my time there in which was cut short so many moons ago.
Born and raised and have lived on the North Side a mere 5 minutes from the original Heinz Factory. Beside Carnegie, you also have Heinz and Westinghouse being two other big names in terms of past historical figures that had large impacts on the country in terms of it's future in both food and electricity.
I was born and raised on the North Side here! Even born at AGH.
Randyland
@@theherbpuffer that's up the street from my childhood home?
Primanti Brothers and Schlotzsky's are both GR8 places to grub. That city view from the tunnel is priceless. Just like the view of Yosemite Valley from the tunnel, with El Cap and Half Dome... unforgettable. Kennywood is a must see, it has awesome roller-coasters. Everything was chill when I visited in the early 2000s, and locals have their language. Turtle Creek is pronounced differently, from our standard American English.
My beautiful hometown. I miss home everyday! 🖤💛🖤💛
Pittsburgh has a distinctive culture, history and architecture as well as the city's overall beauty!
Very awesome city I'm a towboat pilot on the Monongahela and Allegheny River I love It here
Beautiful skyline
Loved this video. I’m from the Pittsburgh area. I graduated from Robert Morris University and worked in the city for a few years. Love coming back for visits.
Thank you!!
Wow! This video is beautifully done! I’m a thoroughly impressed native!lol
Fun fact: On Monday I went to the Carnegie museum of art, then went up the street to eat at primantis! #MondayFunday is what we called it!🖤💛
Thank you!!
i serve at a major restaurant in the burgh and for any out of towners i always recommend they ride The Incline (station square) and to dine at Umami in Lawrenceville. if you only do those two things alone you’d fall in love
Feeling lucky to have stumbled upon your channel. Amazing video!
Thank you!!
Born and raised here. We are such an underrated city. Always outshined by Philly or Washington. The biggest little town you'll ever see.
I live in AZ now but from Pgh and will always be. So interesting, the good the bad and the ugly ❤
Skyline 10 out of 10. And those bridges 🥰
Yeah it’s a beautiful city overall!
bridges are beautiful here but most of them are horrible and need redone they only do the bridges downtown....edit:one of our bridges got shutdown due today lol because debris fell on cars
Got to love the Burgh. I was raised south of the city in what was farm land at the time. Peters Township is now a well to do suburb.. I live in Annapolis Maryland now but make trips back to see the family.
Thank you for showing my home town Pittsburgh is a beautiful city the skyline is also my favorite
It was my pleasure! It was a fun city to make a video about 😀
Being from Pittsburgh I still learned a few things, great video highlighting the city.
Loved it there and the hotel shown is a amazing. Walked around the point, gambled and saw the Pirates…#Summer
Been living in the city since 1998. Wouldn’t dream of living anywhere else.
It truly has changed since I moved here. I remember first discovering the trails along the rivers and loving to bring my bike there.
Fun fact: It’s the only Pittsburgh to have “burgh” in its name (there are at least two others in the country that are spelled without the “h”). It has to do with the US Postal Service standardizing names over a century ago. They changed all “burgh” to “burg”. But decades after that, Pittsburghers petitioned to restore the city’s original name, and the petition was granted. You can still see “Pittsburg” written in some places, like at the train station
Well, not really. Newburgh, New York comes to mind.
@@joestewart8914 huh, so it does. I guess I was mistaken
I’m from New Zealand, and this video was great. I am going to visit Pittsburgh this year. 2024
You hit all the good spots for sure! Hope you got a good view on top of Mount Washington! And yes, Primanti’s is amazing. My boyfriend moved here from Ohio and now I got him hooked to their sandwiches!
I grew up in Eastern Ohio and visited my grandparents many times in their condo across from the Cathedral of Learning and down the hill from University of Pittsburgh. Best decision Pittsburgh did was to demolish Three Rivers Stadium and creating Heinz Field and PNC Park on the North shore giving great views of the city skyline.
I love my city! Glad you stopped to visit!
It's a great city! I hope to come back soon 😀
I grew up in NJ. My parents from Pitts area so we would go visit about once a year... I love Pittsburgh and have fond memories of the city and metro area!
I love Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh has taken a part of my life. I left my heart in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh is where you shine and prosper; as for New York City, you have to already been established to make it there. The architecture of Pittsburgh is more than just amazing. It combines old and new. The old historical landmarks come side to side by the Hi-Rise luxury buildings. Liberty Avenue, Penn Ave, Fifth Ave, Wood street, Grant Street, etc.. is what gives the cultural and financial district of Pittsburgh its distinctive appearance. I remember a 4-story building on Liberty Ave that is 20' frontage and 114' depth with two retailers on the ground floor, and the upper floors which should have been offices, were converted on each floor into a luxury apartment (warehouse like) but looked astonishing rather than appalling. Oh wow ! I wanted to own that building myself, but at that time my financial situation didn't allow me to do so. I felt I could own the whole city by just investing in that gorgeous building I'd purchase. The style of living is a way of life, and living in Pittsburgh is a phenomenal living. I am still thinking that I'd go back there one day, and own that damn building that paralyzed my feelings and crippled my emotion for a long time.
Thanks. Sincerely, Omar.
Thanks for sharing that!
How lucky the people are that live on Mt.Washington with a view of city is very Beautiful
Thank you for making this video, it was extremely well done and paints Pittsburgh in the positive light that it deserves. My only comment is the pronunciation of Carnegie. From my understanding, Andrew Carnegie, his family, and those from his hometown in Scotland pronounced the surname “car-NAY-gie”. Pittsburghers generally still stay true to the pronunciation. Whereas, Dale Carnegie (and most east-coasters and New Yorkers in particular) pronounce it as “Car-nuh-gie”, as you did in the video. There have been a lot of debates on this, and I personally believe the correct way is to stay true to the Scottish way.
Anyway, nice job!
Thank you so much! And thanks for that feedback!
I miss home. I'm in the South, now. But I spent my first 22 years in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, and loved every single second of it. I fully agree that's it's one of the most beautiful larger cities in the world and I agree with basically everything else you said. It's basically paradise. I even have a great story about the Cathedral of Learning. I did go to Pitt, but this happened during a visit home with my family after I moved away. My Dad and I were taking my family, hubby and baby, everywhere, including to Pitt. We were there over Thanksgiving break and we walked into the Cathedral and it was barely occupied. We met a lovely custodian and struck up a conversation with him. Upstairs, at the very top level, there is a beautiful and luxurious board room that no one can get to. And there are literally only a few people that are ever allowed in. That man was so wonderful, he decided to take us up! He was kind of nervous about it, but was determined to do it. We were absolutely thrilled! If you've ever tried to get to the top, you know you can't do it. There are some weird viewing windows that you can barely see out of on the highest floor that anyone can access, which isn't the top. Close, but no cigar. Man, It. Was. Stunning. The views, I mean. The room is perfect, but looking out of those windows in the middle of Oakland was a wish I had had for years. After we had just been walking around visiting all of the international class rooms, pushing all the buttons and listening to the presentations, it was just a stellar end to a very magical day. ✨️
That’s amazing! I would love to go to the top. I’ve been to the 36th floor but the views aren’t great from the lack of windows
Taking a day trip there today from buffalo. Can’t wait to explore
Side note. PITTSBURGH WAS AWESOME! Had an amazing time and the people were absolutely amazing!
Keep up the good work great channel and definitely underrated
Wow, thank you so much!
Pittsburgh is an underrated city. It has the reputation of being smokey and dirty but it has so much charm and great geography. I live in Annapolis Maryland nowadays but make it back to see the family about once a year.
Fantastic ,well done thank you
Thank you!!
Life-long Pittsburgher here... great cliffnotes on a lot of our great aspects... Very flattering ... I loved it :)
I must think of Roberto Clemente when I think of Pittsburgh.
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh - left and moved to Atlanta for 28 years and recently moved back home to my beloved Pittsburgh. Atlanta was a great city to live but to me there is no place like Pittsburgh!
I'll add it to the queue! Thanks for the suggestion!
I would like to visit this wonderful city someday.
As someone from philly I always wanted to visit Pittsburgh, it seems nice there.
Great video!!! What a neat city 🤩
Thank you!!
I love Pittsburgh I live. In LAS VEGAS. VISIT THRERE EVERY YEAR
Awesome video man I’m glad you read my comment and made the video thank you
Thank you! Of course, thanks for the suggestion!
My buddy lives near the strip and I grew up not to far from Pittsburgh myself. An underrated point to me is the food. There’s so much variety, you can find almost any type of food you could possibly eat. For example, ever wanted to try Turkish pizza? Yep there’s a place for that. You have a hankering for middle eastern food, try salems in the Strip. Want a nice ramen and gourmet Japanese food, Yuzu’s kitchen on wood st.
Coming from the suburbs where we only have one Thai place, 2 Chinese restaurants, and 2 Mexican restaurants, it’s so refreshing to have so many good places to eat in and around Pittsburgh
Thanks for sharing about the great food in Pittsburgh! I'll have to try some Turkish pizza next time I'm in the city
@@CityGeek definitely, can’t recommend it enough, it’s “Efes Mediterranean Pizza” in Aspenwall. People out here complaining about pineapple on pizza these guys put lamb and crabmeat on it lol. Fr they’re one of the best places I’ve had. It’s Up there with xocos in Chicago
Going to be moving to Pittsburgh next month to start my masters at Pitt. Glad to have come across this video
Good luck with your masters program!