Презентация, доклад на тему Виртуальное путешествие по Чикаго

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Лос-Анджелес (Los-Angeles)

residents. This, together with the suburbs of the city forms a conurbation (metropolitan area), with more than 9.6 million people.  Chicago has a reputation as one of the most exciting cities for walking. Each area of the city has its own unique look and character. The city's area is 237 square miles The coastline along lake Michigan in the city - 26 miles The total length of beaches suitable for bathing - 15 miles Number of parks - more than 550 The number of theaters - more than 200 The number of art galleries - more than 200 Number of restaurants - more than 7,300 The total number of annual parades in Chicago - 36

of modern Chicago powersphere Europeans. They were French explorers. In 1673, buyer of furs Louis Jolliet (Jolliet, Louis) and the researcher is a Jesuit Jacques Marquette (Marquette, Jacques) and their 5 assistants on two canoes decided to explore another unfamiliar white people territory. Marquette, seeking to attach the Indians to Christianity, well spoke the Indian languages, which helped him to establish contact with the tribes. It turned out to be useful. Getting valuable navigation tips from the Indians, the pioneers found a way to the Mississippi river, and sailed South, reaching the Gulf of Mexico. This campaign has allowed the Europeans to open a waterway from the Great lakes to the Gulf of Mexico.

But in 1779 on the banks of Michigan appears most colorful character in the future called the "Father of Chicago". Meet Jean Baptiste point du Sable (Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable

city in the world belongs to the legendary fire of 1871, when it was destroyed 18,000 buildings and a third of the urban population became homeless. Hot summer, the usual Chicago wind and most importantly the predominance of wood in buildings has led to the fact that during the day the fire destroyed 34 city blocks, causing damage to 222 million $ - an unimaginable sum for that time. The cause of the fire has not been fully determined. Widespread beautiful, but fictional journalists version of a cow, oprokinutyi in the shed, a kerosene lamp. It is logical that later appeared other versions and "revelations". He agreed to the fact that the fire occurred because of fallen fragments of the comet of Bijela. The decision on refusal of rebuilding the city on old plans and immediately launched a large-scale reconstruction changed the appearance of the city. Soft, marshy soil near the lake was disturbed to erect a tall building. Innovative solutions for the construction, in particular a metal frame, turned anew erected the town into a model the model is vertically erected in the city.

Industry)  One of the largest science museums in the world. Tech, modern Museum with a variety of exposures.

Navy Pier (Navy Pier)  Pier, located in the heart of the city. One of the main places of recreation and entertainment in Chicago.

Millennium Park (Millenium Park)  Public Park in downtown Chicago, the construction of which cost about half a billion dollars. This popular attraction is also the venue for concerts.

Soldier Field Stadium The main sports arena in Chicago, where he performs football team the Chicago Bears. Built in 1924 it is the oldest stadium in the whole football League NFL.

public Park Chicago. It stretches a whopping 11 miles along the shores of lake Michigan. These miles could fit as many as seven beaches (with all the disadvantages inherent in the American city beaches, but still pretty cool), dozens of tennis courts, volleyball courts, several baseball fields and Golf courses, as well as the protected dunes and fishing spots. But in Lincoln Park has all the conditions not only for active recreation: there are concerts (both at the local Conservatory and outdoor), performances (and in summer under the open sky, in the theatre on the water), the Park has a zoo and several museums. Lincoln Park - the most visited urban Park in the U.S. after new York's Central Park, every year here come 20 million people.

beach is worth a look if only for the unusual impressions from sunbathing right next to the skyscrapers. The sand is fine, but the water of lake Michigan is not cloudy, there are showers and changing rooms, on the Bank of vigilant lifeguards on duty. Thanks to the breakwater adjacent to the beach do not reach the large waves. The cubs themselves are convinced that blue water and soft sand make the beach city is not inferior to the famous resorts.

of America, is located in the state of California, on the Pacific coast. The number of inhabitants of San Francisco exceeds 815 thousand people, it is the fourth populous city in the state and 12th in the USA. The city is located on the relatively small area of 121 square kilometers, and, as a consequence, is very densely populated in terms of density of population it ranks second in the United States. It is a cultural and financial center of the Metropolitan area of San Francisco Bay, an important sea port and industrial city .

long been considered one of the most beautiful places in the United States. Due to its geographical location, natural features and rich history, the city is famous as contrasting, diverse and very colorful. A legendary symbol of the American West, the brainchild of the period of the gold rush, San Francisco attracts tourists from all over the world. The Americans often call the town "the pearl of the West coast"

San Francisco is located on a small Peninsula between the eponymous Bay and the Pacific ocean, connected to each other by the Golden Gate Strait. Numerous hills, which housed the city, ocean winds and frequent fogs have become sort of his "calling card". By the way, hills of different height in the city there are about 50, and most popular among tourists are the hills of twin Peaks – hence with a magnificent view of the Bay and the city.

cemented its status as a financial and industrial center of the region. Today there are many research centers and industries related to high technology, genetic engineering and medical electronics, so the city continues to play an important role in the economic life of the country. In addition, due to its location San Francisco serves about 30% of the trade of the entire West coast of the country.

Indians, European colonists came here in 1769. Seven years later, the Spaniards founded the mission of St. Francis of Assisi, around which has formed a small settlement. After the independence of Mexico from Spain, the territory of modern California became Mexican, and the new city was named herb Buena, which translated from Spanish means "good herb". Soon, however, Mexico is losing the war with America, and in 1848, the California territory became the possession of the United States. The city is officially renamed San Francisco, and began the active expansion of nearby territories

played California gold rush that began in 1848. Within a year the population had increased from 1,000 to 25,000. The city's infrastructure was not prepared for such an influx of people began to have problems with health, crime and housing. Another turning point in the history of San Francisco was the strongest earthquake of 1906, which combined with the outbreak of fires almost completely destroyed the city. Thereafter began the era of rapid reconstruction and development, and gradually San Francisco has acquired a modern look.

815 thousand people, the city ranks second in the nation in population density after new York. More than 40% of residents have a College education, making competition in the labour market are quite significant. The average income level is quite big, due to high housing prices and cost of living in San Francisco is quite high.  The city is world known for its tolerance towards people with different sexual orientations. According to statistics, about 15% of the population of San Francisco are representatives of the gay community – this is the highest rate in the world

of the population daily use its services. It is considered that the public transport network of the city – the best on the West coast, this includes surface and underground high-speed trams, buses, trolley buses, suburban train network, as well as the ferry terminal and the famous historic cable tram.  In cars, "light metro" (light rail) or buses San Francisco is often crowded, but it is, perhaps, the best move around the city for tourists. In any case, it is not recommended to take the car – endless traffic jams, narrow streets and expensive Parking are unlikely to bring a lot of fun.

the Golden Gate bridge (Golden Gate Bridge) is one of the largest suspension bridges in the world. The bridge is a little less than 2 kilometers, the altitude is 67 meters.

a beautiful green oasis amidst the big city, stretching for five kilometers in length and resting at the beach ocean beach. This beach, incidentally, runs along another Park, which was symbolically dubbed the "land's end" (Lands End). This place is the extreme point of the continental land in the direction of rotation of our planet, here at last comes the New Year.

prison Alcatraz (Alcatraz), familiar to many in the film "the Rock". In the past this is one of the most severe prisons for dangerous criminals, only a few been able to carry out the escape. Today the prison is not being used as intended and turned into a Museum, one can reach here from San Francisco by ferry from pier 33.

administrative center of the eponymous district and major Metropolitan area, which has more than 17 million people. The city is located in the southern part of the state of California, in the West has an exit to the Pacific ocean and on other sides surrounded by desert and mountains. The population of Los Angeles is 3.8 million inhabitants, an area of 1302 sq. km.

the entertainment industry, tourism, international trade and manufacturing. The level of development and profits, she ranks third in the United States. The city has the largest financial corporations and banks of the Pacific coast. Local port is ranked the world's fifth busiest.  Major industries in Los Angeles are electronics, Metalworking, computer industry, automotive industry, manufacturing of furniture, medicine and clothing. The greatest profit comes from television and the film industry, the city's share accounts for about 90% of all produced in the U.S. films. Amusement parks, beaches, art galleries and exhibition halls in the city annually attract attention of hundreds of thousands visitors, which makes Los Angeles one of the first places in America on tourist popularity.

of illusions, dreams and happiness. Here you can ride on the crest of a wave, look behind the scenes of the filming of a favorite TV show, soak in the sun on the white sand beach or to fulfill a childhood dream – to visit Disneyland.

The city enchants with its atmosphere of luxury, carelessness and greatness. It produces all what is called "American dream", and is considered the world capital of entertainment. To verify this, you just have to go on Wilshire Boulevard. It is a street, a length of 24 km which concentrated hundreds of shops, Nightclubs, restaurants and the most expensive homes in the world. Since Los Angeles is located in a zone of high seismic activity in its territory is dominated by low-rise buildings and villas, however, its architectural magnitude, they surpass many of the skyscrapers of modern cities. High-rise buildings can be found here in the Central part of the city – Downtown.

of Los Angeles were Spanish missionaries. In 1769, their Governor Felipe de Neva had mounted an expedition of 11 women and 22 men with children on a barren, wild but fertile land under the sun on the ocean for a new settlement. He was given the name, which literally translates as "great Lady, Queen of angels."  Over time, the territory of the small village came into the possession of the U.S., which contributed to its further development. In 1890 in the surrounding area found oil here and gradually began arriving residents. Since the city's name was too long, Americans have reduced it in his own way, in the resulting "City of Angels".

their routes cover all the city districts and the suburbs. The local metro is rather young and consists of only five lines, and it does not work at night. The most convenient and cheapest transport is considered a passenger car and rental agencies are located in all districts of the city.

markedly, and the city is considered quite safe for tourists. However, you should avoid night walks in some areas, not carry large sums of money and locked the car.

the historical centre of the city. Each area has its own history, sights and interesting places.

The Hollywood walk of fame  Hollywood is the most famous area of Los Angeles, which can be called a city. On its territory there are many theatres and film studios, as well as live the most famous artists and movie stars. Tourists can visit the open shooting area, the wax Museum or take a stroll on the walk of fame. It is nothing like the long sidewalk, lined with five-pointed stars with the names of people who played a major role in the development of the film industry and entertainment

the world, it opened in 1956. Then it was a small amusement Park with two dozen rides and themes, though already at that time visitors were welcomed by fantastic characters and colorful scenery. Today, Disneyland is equipped with the latest computer technology that allows you to achieve maximum realism of the scenery on the rides. At the entrance guests still meet Donald Duck, goofy, Mickey mouse and other fairy tale characters.

agencies, financial institutions and rare for the city skyscrapers. The most popular among them are considered to be "Arco" and the hotel "Bonaventure". Local attractions most noteworthy the Central library, the funicular railway "angels Flight" and the Museum of modern art.

many beaches, which exactly match frames of the famous series about the rescuers. Here you can find both rocky shores and sandy. Especially loved the diving and surfing.

city. Its streets are Rodeo Drive and sunset Boulevard are famous as the best place for entertainment, shopping and luxurious stay. Most of the buildings here are private villas of millionaires and movie stars.

the planet, who twice hosted the Summer Olympic games.  In one of police stations of the city has a special "cat patrol". Its main task is to catch rats.  The first star on the "walk of fame" was founded 1960.  The city has the world's only lighthouse that emits green light.  On the streets of Los Angeles daily remove about 50 films.