Since 1960, one of the most popular annual events in western Pennsylvania has been Light Up Night in Pittsburgh. Held each year on the Friday before Thanksgiving, this is the night where all of the Christmas lights in Pittsburgh are turned on, and it signifies…
During Pittsburgh’s heyday, it was one of the most popular destinations for immigrants coming to the United States. Each of these immigrant groups left their cultural marks on the city that can still be seen today in the city’s food and even in the Nationality…
Located in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood is the University of Pittsburgh. The focal point of the campus is the 535-foot-tall Cathedral of Learning. Opened in 1931, the 42-story skyscraper is the second-tallest university building in the world. This late gothic revival style building was constructed between 1926…
Located high on a hill in the Troy Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh is one of the state’s most remarkable churches. From the outside, Saint Anthony’s Chapel might be indistinguishable from the hundreds of other places of worship in the city. However, on the inside, it…
There are several Pennsylvania towns that are perfect destinations to get you in the Christmas spirit. However, few can match the beauty and charm of Indiana, Pennsylvania. Located a little over an hour outside of downtown Pittsburgh, Indiana might be best known for the university…
