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Nature

Where do new varieties of roses come from? Ask the people at the International Rose Test Garden in Portland, high up on a hill overlooking the city. This is where new rose varieties are tested. But, for the residents of Portland, it’s also the favourite spot for a picnic – or to propose.

Shopping

One of the most charming neighbourhoods in Portland is the Pearl District, where everything is within walking distance. The loading platforms and cobblestoned streets are echoes from the past, while innovative companies and food service establishments usher in the future. This is also the heart of the city’s cultural life. You won’t have any trouble staying awake here, as no other neighbourhood in the United States has a higher density of coffee bars.