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Famous for its historic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Coit Tower, San Francisco is a major tourist destination. The City and County of San Francisco is the fourth most populous city in California and the 13th most populous city in the US; it’s also one of the most densely populated cities in the country. San Francisco is located at the tip of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant regions of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several islands including Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island are part of the city. The largest and best-known city park is Golden Gate Park, which stretches from the center of the city west to the Pacific Ocean. Numerous beaches run along the shoreline. Ranked among the top-five medical schools in the U.S., The University of California, San Francisco is part of the University of California system. Public schools are run by the San Francisco Unified School District and the State Board of Education. With its exciting lifestyle, numerous attractions and excellent schools, San Francisco is a great place to live in and raise a family.
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