Portland, OR
Portland, Oregon is sort of city that can't be completely experienced in just a few days. Perhaps that is why so many people move to its pristine shores each year.
No matter where you look, you'll find something incredible to behold. To the east, Mt. Hood, with its awesome skiing, snowboarding, and hiking, is a constant reminder of the natural wonders within reach of Portland.
Fans of more leisurely pursuits can find comfort in the many bars and pubs that line the streets of downtown Portland. The thrifty among us can peruse the quaint shops and find everything imaginable--except a sales tax.
Despite its reputation, the weather in Portland is quite mild with average rainfall below such stereotypically "sunny" climates as Atlanta, Georgia, or Houston, Texas.
And with more than twenty major colleges and universities in or around the city limits, the cultural, natural, and educational resources, Portland, Oregon, is clearly one of the best places to live and study in the United States. |
