Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a city that is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Known as the "Steel City," Pittsburgh is home to many iconic landmarks, including the Duquesne Incline, the Andy Warhol Museum, and the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. For photography enthusiasts, Pittsburgh offers a plethora of stunning locations to capture the city's unique charm. From the picturesque views of the city skyline from Mount Washington to the colorful street art in the trendy neighborhoods of Lawrenceville and the South Side, Pittsburgh is a photographer's dream destination.
Pittsburgh, view from Monongahela incline, in the afternoon in late October. At the confluence of Allegheny river (left) and Monongahela River (at...
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Open to campus religious groups of all denominations, and used by students and faculty of all religions, Heinz Chapel is the University of Pittsburgh's campus chapel and a historic landmark. A popular site for guided tours, weddings, and concerts, the renowned undergraduate Heinz Chapel Choir also performs here.
The chapel, dedicated in 1938, is a gift from Henry John Heinz, founder of the Heinz Food Company, and his children. It's 23 exquisitely detailed stained glass windows depict 391 sacred and secular figures who are famous in religion, history, medicine, science, and the arts.
Trivia tidbit: The 73-foot transept windows are among the tallest in the world and depict an equal number of women and men.
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