When reflecting back on the history of Seattle, the first place that comes to mind is Pioneer Square. This is the location where the city of Seattle was first founded and developed by men such as Henry Yesler and Arthur Denny. Two of the streets in Pioneer Square are named Yesler Way and Denny Way. Also, if you look closely at on the buildings, Denny's name is still engraved on the front.
Just as Potsdamer Platz in Berlin had two ghosts, one in the 1920s and another in the 1930s, Pioneer Square has had two identities. These identities are divided by the Great Seattle fire of 1889. Pioneer Square represents both the failures and successes of Seattle. The underground railroad is still open to the public today to experience the time prior to this fire.
Just as Potsdamer Platz in Berlin had two ghosts, one in the 1920s and another in the 1930s, Pioneer Square has had two identities. These identities are divided by the Great Seattle fire of 1889. Pioneer Square represents both the failures and successes of Seattle. The underground railroad is still open to the public today to experience the time prior to this fire.
Also, a more contemporary monument is the Space Needle. People worldwide can recognize the space needle and relate it to the city of Seattle. Although not of any necessary function, the space needle symbolizes Seattle and is a must-see tourist attraction.
Even in the popular show "Grey's Anatomy" most of the scenes are shot in North Hills, California. However, the audience can set the story in Seattle in their minds because of one shot of the space needle in the opening.
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