The Golden City calls the free-spirited travelers who have an eye for an edge, a taste for cuisine and a zeal for adventure.
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Here are some facts to know about San Francisco that you must know
Though San Francisco is small in area, the city has a dynamic history with a bohemian soul and open-minded soul. There are many fascinating things that you do not know about the city. Let’s explore some of the facts that may surprise you.
The Karl
Did you know the most famous resident of San Francisco is named “Karl”? By the way, Karl is the notorious fog that sweeps and covers up the city. How the fog came to be known as Karl is still uncertain, but no one can deny the fact that he is the most famous resident of San Francisco.
The International Orange
The color of the Golden Gate Bridge we see today was meant to be used as the primer to protect the steel for the bridge. The bridge was supposed to be painted black and gold. But, the bridge’s consulting architect noticed the vibrant reddish-tinged primer coast and loved it. He convinced others to get this striking red-orange tone approved and that's how the International Orange became the color of the Golden Gate Bridge.
San Francisco is Built on More than 50 Hills
San Francisco is famous for its rolling hills, but not many know that the city is built on more than 50 named hills. Some of the renowned hills are Excelsior Hill, Golden Mine Hill, Nob Hill, Russian Hill, Telegraph Hill, and Twin Peaks. So, next time do not believe it when someone says “San Francisco is only made up of 7 or 9 hills.”
Home to the Largest Japantown in the United States
California was home to 43 different Japantowns before World War II, but now only three remain in the aftermath. San Francisco is the home to the largest and oldest Japantown in the USA. So, if you are in San Francisco, be sure to stroll through Japantown and sample some sushi amongst other things.
Jeans were invented in San Francisco
Did you know that Denim jeans were invented in San Francisco? Yes, Levi Strauss invented denim jeans for the Gold Rush miners in San Francisco to give comfortable yet tough clothing while mining.