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Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you further. General informationThe name Philadelphia means "brotherly love" and is taken from St. Paul's letter to the Romans: "Be kindly affectionate one to another with brotherly love." In the 1600's, King Charles II granted William Penn a parcel of land in the New World as payment for a debt the crown owed to Penn's father. Established on that land, Philadelphia grew rapidly to become the second-largest English-speaking city in the world just before the American Revolution. The Declaration of Independence was signed here in 1776. Today, Philadelphia is a city known for its historical atmosphere, diverse ethnic mix, warm hospitality and exciting restaurants. Independence Hall, located near the Delaware River in Independence National Park, is where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were adopted. Other historic sites in the Old City include the Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross's house and Elfreth's Alley, the nation's oldest residential street. Time zoneGMT -5 hours Language(s) spokenEnglish Electrical systemLocal voltage is 110 to 120 volts AC. Adapters available; please request through the Concierge. Shopping hoursDaily 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Working hoursMonday to Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Time and distance to city centreThe Hotel is located in the city centre. Time and distance to shopping
Time and distance to financial districtThe Hotel is located two blocks from the financial district. View in–depth travel advice from Frommers.com
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