Philadelphia , General info:
9/10

Philadelphia is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth most populous city in the United States. It is the 5th largest metropolitan area by population in the United States, and the fourth largest consumer media market as ranked by the Neilsen Media Research Co. Tourists and media often informally call the city "Philly." It is the county seat of Philadelphia County, with which it is coterminous.

Philadelphia , Cheap stuff:
9/10

If you are near center city, a little known attraction is the observatory deck atop city hall. The observatory deck is directly under the William Penn stautue. You can actually look up through an open window at him and really get a sense of how big he is. I have taken people that grew up in Philly there and they never knew it existed. It is free and the hours are Mon.-Fri. from 9:30 am-4:30 pm with tours occuring every 15 minutes (no weekends). So the hours are a little funny but it is WELL worth it if your schedule permits it.

Also since you will be in the area, another small known attraction is the Wanamaker Organ in Lord and Taylor. Lord and Taylor is kaddy corner across the street from city hall on the southeast corner. The organ is a massive 30,000-pipe organ which has been said to be the largest in the world. They have daily (FREE!) shows at noon and 5pm (7pm on Wednesday). There is a nice Café Americanstyle that overlooks the scene from a third floor terrace.

Philadelphia , Different stuff:
10/10

African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Museum of Art, The Free Library of Philadelphia, ...

Philadelphia , Don't miss:
9/10

Warmdaddy's, Zanzibar Blue, Khyber, Electric Factory, Tin Angel

Philadelphia , Food:
10/10

There are 10 things you should do in Philadelphia:

1. Eat a Philly cheesesteak

2. See the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall

3. Run, jog, or walk up the Art Museum steps

4. Experience a Big 5 basketball game at the legendary Palestra

5. Devour an authentic Italian meal in South Philly

6. Drink a local microbrew

7. Visit Penn's Landing and walk along the Delaware River

8. Try a soft pretzel and more at the Reading Terminal Market

9. Stroll down funky South Street with stops for steaks, pizza, and cheese fries

10. Have a cocktail out on Rittenhouse Square

Philadelphia , Hotels:
9/10

Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia, Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown, Alexander Inn, Sofitel Philadelphia

Philadelphia , Safety:
9/10

Center City Philadelphia is a friendly and diverse place. Most people will gladly point you in the right direction, even if they only work in the city. Center City is generally bordered by the Delaware River on the East, Spring Garden Street on the North, the Schuylkill (Skoo - cul) River on the West and South Street on the South. If you stay within those boundaries, you're pretty safe.

Tashkent , General info:
10/10

The capital of Uzbekistan, the largest city in Central Asia, with a population of more than 2.3 million people, is a city with 20 centuries of history. First information about Tashkent (earlier known as Shash, Chach, Binkent) dates back to the 2nd century B.C. Archaeological excavations have revealed that present-day Tashkent was a site of an ancient town which has continued to exist as a developed commercial and cultural center of the East, situated in the northern part of the Great Silk Route.

Nowadays, Tashkent is a very attractive and vibrant city. The roots of the rich Uzbek culture shine through Tashkent's architecture, museums and metro stations.

Tashkent , Cheap stuff:
6/10

National Food

National Souvenirs

Tashkent , Don't miss:
10/10

Dont miss visit sights such as:

Chorsu Bazaar. Haggle till you drop in vast goods emporium

Kukeldash Madrasah. 16-th century madrasah

Khasti Imam complex. The official religious centre

Abul Kasim Madrasah. 19-th century college of a Tashkent man

Museum of Applied Arts. Represents rare ceramics, textiles, jewellery, musical instruments

History Museum of Uzbekistan. Represents national history of the country

Tashkent , Food:
8/10

The uzbek food is unique and very tasty! Some of the dishes that you have to try are the "plov", "samsa", "shaslik" and a lot more.

Tashkent , Hotels:
10/10

Hotel Intercontinental

Hotel Dedeman Silk Road

Hotel Tashkent Palace

Hotel Grand Mir

Hotel Uzbekistan

Hotel Shodlik Palace

Hotel Markaziy

Hotel Radisson SAS

Hotel Poytaht

Hotel Grand Orzu

Hotel Orzu

Tashkent , Safety:
10/10

Uzbekistan is the most safe place in CIS. As there are many security workers and police patrols the city.

But not only police and security workers are the reasons of safety,Uzbek People are very friendly to foreigners, the reason is that more that 70 nations live in peace and tolerance.

Also as a guest in Uzbekistan you will be accorded much respect and shown great hospitality, for local families gladly seize the chance to welcome new friends from abroad.