Philly expects World Heritage City tourism boost
Sunday, 09 Nov, 2015
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Following a successful Papal visit recently, Philadelphia’s stock is rising further as a world class city.
It has been awarded the title of World Heritage City, the first of its kind in the US.
The designation has been hailed by Mayor Michael Nutter, who called it ‘the start of a new and exciting chapter’ for Philly.
"As we celebrate this milestone, the next step is to focus on the future and how we can optimize this World Heritage City recognition to attract more people to visit, invest, work, study, and live in Philadelphia," he said in a statement.
The designation is undoubtedly a boost for civic pride, but also gives it a platform to increase tourism from international markets.
A study commissioned by the city projects up to 15% more foreign visitors, bringing in an extra $150 million per year in economic activity.
"From its Colonial history to the present day, Philadelphia has rightfully earned its place as one of greatest cities in the world," said deputy mayor Greenberger, who along with the Global Philadelphia Association had lobbied the World Congress for recognition.
"Becoming a World Heritage City is a reflection of all that we have accomplished and a confirmation of the fact that the best is yet to come as Philadelphia continues to evolve and transform itself."
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