University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia

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University of Pennsylvania

The University of Pennsylvania, generally known as Penn, is a private Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1740, it is one of the oldest universities in the United States. The campus covers 302 acres and includes a wide variety of architecture styles, from modern glass buildings to historic mansions.

Penn is a popular tourist attraction because of its beautiful architecture and rich history. Visitors can take a self-guided tour of the campus or join a guided tour led by a current student. Some notable landmarks on campus include the Quadrangle with its beautiful gardens and fountains, the Fisher Fine Arts Library with its grand staircase and stained glass windows, and Irvine Auditorium with its impressive pipe organ. Penn is also home to a number of museums, including the Penn Museum, which features artifacts from around the world, and the Arthur Ross Gallery, which showcases art from Penn's collections.

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