The garden opened in 2000. Most of the plants featured in the garden are indigenous to China, but no plants were brought from China due to import bans. Some plants in the garden are 100 years old.
Portland: It claims to be the largest independent bookstore in the world. With over 4 million used and new books, you're sure to find that Slash autobiography you've been looking for! -IFC Staff
Opened in 1990, it houses the world's largest Foucault Pendulum. It has become known for upward illuminating the twin spires yearly on September 11th in memorial of the events of 9/11.
For an eclectic mix of cocktails and an outer space vibe, make sure to stop by this place and get a little sweaty at the hipster dance parties.
Inaugurated in 1984, the Square was recognized by Time Magazine as 1 of the "10 most notable design achievements" in the US. Known as Portland's 'living room', more than 26,000 people pass by each day
Before record stores go extinct, stop by this gem of a store in Portland. You’ll be smarter from just browsing through their stacks of music. - Jim Shearer, Top 20 Countdown
The Zoo was founded in 1888 & is Oregon's largest paid attraction. In 1962 Packy, the first elephant born in the Western Hemisphere in 44 years, was born. He is the tallest Asian elephant in the US.
During the 2008 US Presidential Election an estimated 75,000 people, the largest gathering in the entire campaign, gathered here to see Barack Obama. The park has also hosted many Rose Festival events
Look for the ingredients in all capital letters—mizuna, arugula, radishes, green tomatoes, herbs—on the menu at this wine bar; it means they were raised in the rooftop garden.
Chosen as one of the 10 Best New Restaurants in America in our annual Restaurant issue. 続きを読む
Portland: No coffeeshop represents Portland better than this one. Self-described as "casually threatening," we hear they have moving tables and that the restrooms are a must see! -IFC Viewer
Hello glorious food truck. 1 BBQ beef brisket with mozzarella, please. PS a favorite of @Dens co-founder of Foursquare
Portland: Bring the one you love to the best view of Portland, take the top down and get intimate with a Voodoo Doughnut. -IFC Viewer
In 1949 the museum first opened in a house. OMSI's popularity surpassed the size of its facility & in 1992 the current building opened. OMSI is ranked as one of the top science centers in the US.
Purists will debate if boneless fried chicken is really proper fried chicken. If taste alone is the deciding factor, the Reggie (fried chicken, bacon, cheese, gravy on a biscuit) certainly qualifies!
