Growing up in Portland, you’re exposed to some of the greatest parts of life. Whether it’s luscious nature or the infectious pride that resonates throughout, you will realize that you’ll never find anything like it. Here are a few of the many reasons to love Portland:
- The native people of Portland love you back.
Flickr/drburtoni Seriously, everyone is so freakin’ nice.
- Because every side is the greener side in Portland.
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- Speaking of nature, it seems as though we’re only a stones throw from either the mountains or the coast.
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- Because Portland values the farm to table experience.
Flickr/Alan Farmer’s markets aplenty!
- Because beer, wine, and craft cocktails!
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- We’re always braving the rain or longing for it, because it wouldn’t be Portland without it.
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- Because in Portland they care about coffee.
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- There’s nothing like feeling Portland come to life in the summer.
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- Because each neighborhood is unique.
Flickr/Christopher Porter And yes, sometimes a little weird.
- Because wherever you go, there’s a resounding feeling of pride in the City of Roses.
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Wow, this city really is like no other. Let us know what makes you love Portland!
Flickr/drburtoni
Seriously, everyone is so freakin’ nice.
Flickr/Daniel Cukier
Flickr/Peter Roome
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Farmer’s markets aplenty!
Flickr/Krista
Flickr/morgan cain
Flickr/Camila Tamara Silva Sepúlveda
Flickr/Abi Porter
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And yes, sometimes a little weird.
Flickr/James Dempsey
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