Pittsburgh has established itself as a destination to be reckoned with, one of the nation's most livable cities. The city is now at par with the most attractive American cities, after decades of struggling with dirt and pollution. Still, much of its ironclad façade are seen throughout the waterfront, with a pre-revolutionary fortification, two inclined railways, 446 bridges, and 151 high-rise buildings. The meshwork made Pittsburgh known throughout as "The Steel City" and "The City of Bridges".

Pittsburgh is known for the Golden Triangle, an appealing 10-block district, which is surrounded by bequests. The buildings of Heinz food producers, Frick Coal Merchants, and the Mellon Bankers still stand stalwartly as heirlooms of wealthy forefathers. The small-town feel, amidst displays of occasional steel, attests to the city's historical resurgence.