Snowy City

Last Sunday we went to explore Seattle. Due to the frequent drizzle, it is also known as the Rainy City. This time the city was covered in a rare snow, so hats and gloves were more handy than umbrellas.

Seattle is situated on a lake and at the mouth of the ocean.At the historic Pike Place Market on the waterfront, one can buy anything from fresh crab to souvenirs. Postcards seem always have a photo of the Space Needle tower. So far I lack the courage to take the elevator to its observation deck.

Downtown Seattle,although it is much smaller, reminds me of Manhattan. Yellow taxis and many homeless  are seen around. The smell of marijuana is also present, as it is legal in the state of Washington. The center is filled with skyscrapers and shops of famous brands, like Nordstrom ,which originates from Seattle. Interestingly, the son of its founder, a remarkable Swedish gold prospector, also founded Seattle Seahawks team.

In Seattle, the climate is artistic and entrepreneurial. It is here where grunge was created, but also where Amazon and Starbucks were born. Good universities are another city’s assets, and at one of them Amanda Knox herself is studying ...

For residents there is a network of modern trams, rarely found in the United States. They will certainly help to get to the upcoming opening of the first Zara department or to the upcoming exhibition of Miro works.

An interesting residential district is Capitol Hill. The neighborhood of the Polish Home Society, where twice a week you can enjoy a tasty Polish dinner. The restaurant itself looks like a mixture of patriotic club-room and a highland inn  Among the customers there are always a lot of Americans. Nearby there is also a beautiful Roman Catholic Cathedral.

We went for lunch on Madison Street, filled with smaller at the cafes and restaurants. Strangely, I did not spy a single Starbucks.  Coffee and omelette met our expectations. When walking we, observed charming family houses and snowman molded in their yards. 

Valentine's Day is coming soon. I already know that once again I will be moved when watching Sleepless in Seattle ..