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The Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Posted October 23, 2008 by Ima Local
The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is a great place for families and field trips. It is located north of town and can be difficult to find as it is off the beaten path. The zoo features the standard fare of exotic animals, but the real standout is the PPG Aquarium. The aquarium is 2 stories and features emporer penguins, jelly fish, manta rays, and a wide variety of salt and fresh water fish. The zoo has recently built a…
Pennsylvania
Capital: Harrisburg
Largest Metro Area: Philadelphia
2007 Avg. Home Price: $156,889.86 (31)
2007 Avg. Household Income: $44,537.00 (25)
2007 State & Local Tax Burden: 10.8% (25)
Famous For: Hershey, Liberty Bell
