The Philadelphia 76ers, or as they are affectionately known by their fans, the Sixers, are an American Professional Basketball team that is based in the Philadelphia Metropolitan area. They compete in the NBA in the league’s Eastern Conference Atlantic Division. They were established in 1946 as the Syracuse Nationals and they are one of the oldest franchises still in the NBA, only 8 teams survived the league’s first 10 years. During their historic history, they have won three National Basketball Association Championships. Their main rivals continue to be the Celtics, the Lakers, and their neighbors the Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets.
Located in Philadelphia, the Wells Fargo Center is home to a number of sporting teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, the Flyers of the NHL, the Philadelphia Soul of the AFL, and the Wings of the National Lacrosse League. The arena can hold over 42,000 people; with approximately half, the audience seated and half standing. In addition to being the home to the main sports teams teams, the Wells Fargo Center is also the arena for a number of other notable athletic events including Games from the 1997 and 2010 Stanley Cup Finals, Games from the 2001 NBA Finals, and various collegiate events for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). In 2000, the Wells Fargo Center was the home to the Republican National Convention and in 2016 it turned blue to house the 2016 Democratic National Convention.
Philadelphia has a burgeoning foodie scene, however there are some old school must haves when in Philadelphia. For starters Philly Soft Pretzels are a must have. Whether you get them at a vendor or Philly Pretzel Factory, they’re always a treat. Next, a Philly hoagie, which you may know as a sub or hero, comes stuffed with fresh meats, cheeses and veggies — or some variation of these ingredients. The bread is critical, with local bakeries like Amoroso’s or Sarcone’s delivering fresh rolls daily to shops all over the city. Some to try are, Primo Hoagies, Campo’s Deli and Tony Luke’s. Last but certainly not least are Famous Philly Cheesesteaks. A real Philly cheesesteak requires thinly sliced beef and a crusty roll. The the choice of cheese — provolone, American or Cheez Whiz is always a debate (No beate for me all Whiz all the time). The real debate where to eat it. The famous feud is between Pat’s King of Steaks and its across-the-street rival Geno’s Steaks. However other shops like Dalessandro’s Steaks and Hoagies, John’s Roast Pork, Joe’s Steak + Soda Shop, Steve’s Prince of Steaks, Tony Luke’s and Jim’s Steaks all give them a run for their money.