Top 9 must-see attractions in Washington State, recommend Seattle Dockside, Chihuly Glass Art Garden, University of Washington, Pike Place Market and more.
Museum of Flight
Located at Boeing Field Airport in Seattle, Washington, USA, the Seattle Museum of Flight is one of the largest aviation museums in the world. Opened in 1965, the museum showcases the history of everything from the earliest flying machines to modern spacecraft, including military and civilian aircraft, rockets and space shuttles, and more. The museum also has interactive exhibits such as simulators, aircraft models, and aircraft seats, allowing visitors to better understand the development of aviation technology. In addition, the museum has many events and special exhibitions that attract visitors from all over the world.
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Pidoc mansion
The Pidoc Mansion is a historic century home that belonged to a prominent Portland couple who worked hard to develop Portland, from a small city to a large city today, and their descendants still owned and lived in it until 1958. It wasn't until the government rebuilt in 1964 and opened to the public in 1965 that tourists were able to enjoy this family museum with a quaint charm.
Seattle Docklands
The Seattle Docklands is a historic and stunning area located in downtown Seattle, Washington, USA, and is one of the city's most emblematic and attractive tourist destinations. The Docklands is rich in waterfront landscapes and cultural heritage, including monuments, museums, artist studios, restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Seattle's dockland district is world-famous for attractions such as its famous Rockefeller Center Plaza, aquarium, market, and ferry terminal. The most popular attraction in the Docklands is Rockefeller Center Plaza, an open-air plaza in the heart of the Docklands, surrounded by shops and restaurants. The aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the United States, attracting nearly a million visitors, showcasing marine life and endangered species from around the globe. Another highlight of the marina area is the market, where hundreds of shops and stalls sell a variety of fresh seafood, vegetables, fruits, pastries and more. The ferry terminal in the marina area is also a popular place for tourists. The ferry terminal connects Seattle to the surrounding seaport city, and visitors can take a ferry to explore the city or visit other islands. There are also many artist studios and shops in the docklands, allowing visitors to get a taste of the local culture and arts. All in all, the Seattle Docklands is a place worth visiting, whether it's taking in the waterfront views, dining, shopping, visiting museums, or taking a ferry to the surrounding ocean city.
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Space Needle
With a height of 184 meters, the Space Needle is a four-season attraction in Seattle, USA. It's also one of Seattle's more iconic buildings, and this observation deck is a great place to get a great view of the scenery, and it receives a lot of visitors every year. The whole tower is very safe, windproof and earthquake-proof, and equipped with many lightning rods.
University of Washington
The University of Washington, Seattle is a public research university located in Seattle, Washington, in the Northwest Territories of the United States, founded in 1861 and is the oldest and largest public university in Washington State. The University of Washington is one of the top public universities in the United States, ranking high in various national rankings, and has an important influence and position in the fields of engineering, business, medicine, and computer science. The University of Washington also has a strong global reputation for its research achievements in engineering, medicine, computer science, social sciences, and other fields, and its alumni can be found in all walks of life, including Nobel laureates, politicians, business leaders, and academic celebrities.
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Chihuly Glass Art Garden
Chihuly Garden and Glass is an art museum located in Seattle, Washington, United States, that mainly exhibits glass art and works by famous artist Dale Chihuly. Opened in 2012, the art museum covers 1.5 acres and includes 8 pavilions and an outdoor garden. In the indoor pavilion, visitors can admire Chihuly's large-scale glass sculptures, chandeliers, vases, bowls and wall hangings, while also learning about his artistic process and techniques. The outdoor garden showcases Chihuly's outdoor installations, such as giant flowers, crystal towers, and colorful frosted glass balls. At night, the artworks are also illuminated by lights to create different visual effects. The Chihuly Glass Art Park is regarded as one of Seattle's important tourist attractions, attracting a large number of visitors to see Chihuly's creations.
Pioneer Court Square
Pioneer Courthouse Square is a lively public gathering place in Salem, Oregon's capital, and home to Oregon Supreme Court. There are many famous buildings and attractions around the square, such as the Oregon State Capitol, Willamette University, Woodburn Park, and many more. As one of the state's political, economic, and cultural centers, this square is also the venue for many political rallies and cultural events.
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Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park in North America is located in the southern part of Washington State, about 100 kilometers from the city of Seattle. The park covers an area of 951 square kilometers, of which 68 square kilometers are covered by glaciers, with a total of 26 glaciers. The highest peak in the park is Mount Rainier at 4,392 meters above sea level, and is one of Washington State's iconic landmarks. There are many natural attractions in the park, including mountain tops, glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, forests, and many more. There are also many flora and fauna in the park, such as elk, black bears, bobcats, vultures, and many more. With multiple hiking trails in the park, including one leading to the summit of Mount Rainier, the park is a paradise for mountaineering enthusiasts.
Pike Place Market
Pike Place Market is the oldest and most popular market in Seattle, Washington, USA. The market was founded in 1907 by a group of local farmers and food merchants who joined forces. The 310,000-square-foot market features more than 500 shops selling fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, bread, flowers, cheese, handicrafts and more. Seattle's Pike Place Market is a tourist attraction that attracts millions of visitors each year. The most famous attraction here is the fish market, which includes a seafood shop marked by a broken cardboard box. Here, fishmongers often perform some interesting fish tossing performances to attract the attention of tourists. The market also has a number of fine souvenir shops, cafes, bars and restaurants for visitors to rest and eat.
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Seattle's Pike Place Market is also an important community center, with facilities such as public toilets, day shelters, and clinics designed to serve the local community. At the same time, the market has launched a number of community projects, such as farmers' markets, artist studios, and historical tours, to promote the local economy and culture.