In the late 19th century the city was named Berkeley after philosopher and bishop George Berkeley. The city is renowned across the globe in the fields of art, academic achievements, and scientific discoveries thanks to the University of California, Berkeley. It is also known for having the one of the most educated populations in the United States. The total number of university graduates in Berkeley is 26% of the population. Despite its size Berkeley has many parks and recreation areas. Tilden Regional Park and East Shore State Park are the best examples of lush green parks in the city. The city is rich with cultural and artistic activities. Addison St and Ashby Avenue host 130 different arts and culture events throughout the year.
The city’s main attractions include the Berkeley Marina, Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California Botanical Garden, Golden Gates Fields, Cesar Chavez Park, Sather Tower, Hearst Greek Theatre, and the Berkeley Rose Garden. Berkeley has a warm and temperate climate. The Oakland International Airport is located 22 km from the city center and the San Francisco International Airport is located 37 km from the city center.
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