Founded in 1869, the
City of Seattle is a major metropolitan destination located
on the beautiful Puget Sound. Greater Seattle excels in livability
with a mild climate, affordable housing, a full range of arts,
cultural and sporting events, an abundance of shops and restaurants,
and easy access to outdoor recreational activities throughout
the year.
Surrounded by mountains and
water, the greater Seattle area features picture-perfect views
and abundant recreational opportunities year-round. The city
maintains 6,100 acres of parkland where residents bike, jog,
rollerblade, and hike. Magazines such as Fortune and
Money rate Puget Sound communities as the best places
to live in America.
