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Considered one of the most cultural and intellectual cities in the state of California, and in the country, San Francisco, with a population of 808,976 residents, has come through earthquakes, fire and numerous cultural changes throughout its colorful history and weathered every change with a style of its own. Named after Saint Francis of Assisi, it was the Gold Rush of 1848 that began its rapid expansion and population growth. Today, the metropolitan San Francisco area is home to more than 4,203,898 residents.

The city is made up of many neighborhoods, from Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill, Nob Hill, Mission District, Chinatown on down to the Wharf. There is no city that can offer more diversity in every aspect of lifestyle and entertainment, except perhaps New York. Entertainment venues abound, restaurants of every ethnicity tempt palates, events and festivals fill every corner. It is a city that is pure excitement. It takes great stamina but walking the hills of the city is quite an experience. The Embarcadero had its renaissance and now many other areas are also being redeveloped. It is a great Port City of the West with an international flavor to it, in business and residents. The California yellowpages is filled with exciting things to do and places to visit.

A sight to remember is the Golden Gate Bridge at sunset. There are numerous parks and gardens around the city. To find the great sights of the city, thumb through the business directory. Numbers for The War Memorial and Performing Arts Center, the War Memorial Opera House that is home to the city’s world famous Opera Company and Ballet Company, the Symphony Orchestra based in Davies Symphony Hall, museums by the score and theatres as exemplified by the American Conservatory Theatre fill the pages, and the city, to overflowing. You can also check out BestSanFrancisco.net for the best businesses in San Francisco, CA.