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Lombard Street, San Francisco
What started as a smart fix for a crazy steep hill in 1922 turned into San Francisco’s most famous street. Lombard Street’s eight curves, brick road, and pretty gardens make it more than just a way to get around town.
Here’s the story behind this iconic thoroughfare.
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Philly Gave San Fran Its Famous Street Name
The name “Lombard Street” didn’t come from a local San Fran hero or landmark. City planner Jasper O’Farrell named it after a street in Philadelphia way back when he was mapping out the roads.
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Local Homeowners Fixed Their Own Hill Problem
Those world-famous turns weren’t built to draw in crowds…