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So you think you know Oakland? Here are some fun facts!
Oakland, California, United States
Oakland celebrates its diverse community, artistic vibe, beautiful scenery, locally owned shops, multi-cultural cuisine and civic pride. Here are some fun facts about our beautiful city and click below to plan your next visit.
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Over 125 different languages are spoken within the city.
Oakland, California, United States
Oakland has the highest ethnic diversity in the US. Over 125 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES and dialects are spoken within the city. Read more about Oakland's neighborhoods.
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Oakland is home to thousand of acres of redwood forest
7867 Redwood Rd
Oakland, CA
Monday:
5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:
5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Oakland is home to two redwood parks - OAKLAND REDWOOD REGIONAL PARK and JOAQUIN MILLER PARK. The redwoods you’ll find here are some of the oldest in the Bay Area, dating back to the 1880s.
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Only city in the world with a natural saltwater lake - Lake Merritt
Oakland, CA
Oakland is the only city in the world with a natural saltwater lake - LAKE MERRITT, a beautiful area for outdoor recreation, gathering and dining. Click below for things to do in Lake Merritt.
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The Black Panther Party was founded in Oakland in the 1960s
Oakland, California, United States
The Black Panther Party was founded in Oakland by Huey Newton. A replica of his famous peacock chair can be found in OMCA’s Black Power exhibit and commemorates the contributions the Black Panther Party made to the city of Oakland in the late 1960s and 1970s.
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City buildings feature over 600 colorful murals
1001 Broadway
Oakland, CA
Oakland loves art, and its buildings are covered with over 600 colorful murals. Learn more about where to find street murals in Oakland, CA