Erie

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Erie Pa from Bicentennial Tower - Erie, Pennsylvania waterfront and downtown as seen from the top of the Bicentennial Tower.

Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).

Erie Halal Travel Guide

Erie is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the state of Pennsylvania. However, in terms of size and stature and there is a clear gulf between the first and second cities (Philadelphia and Pittsburgh) and the second-tier cities, like Erie, Allentown, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, and Harrisburg. Erie is roughly in the center of Pennsylvania's only coastline, bordering Lake Erie. The city itself sits on Presque Isle Bay, which is formed by a long, narrow peninsula known as Presque Isle that reaches from the west around the north of the city.

Erie was founded in 1795 after the purchase of the surrounding territory from New York (state) | New York. It made its mark on history during the early 19th century, when Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's small fleet of warships used the bay (then known as Misery Bay) to regroup and repair between skirmishes with the British fleet on Lake Erie. (A reconstruction of the Brig "Niagara" can be found at the Erie Maritime Museum.)

The late nineteenth century brought industrial development, primarily heavy equipment and the locomotive industry. Like many other cities in the so-called rust belt, this development has slowly withered away to outside competition, with the notable exception being General Electric, which maintains a large and active presence in the rail industry (GE Rail).

Erie's climate is similar to most of the Northern United States, but with a big winter twist known as lake effect snow. Snowfall amounts vary wildly within a 40 mile zone south of the lake. Most of the time the immediate vicinity of the lake receives light snowfall, and the range from three to fifteen miles receives a whollop. Snowfalls are also generally heavier as you go east. The NY/PA border region typically receives the most snow until you move far enough away from the lake for the effects to diminish. The roads are well maintained, but some snow squalls come on so suddenly, it is imfeasible to keep up. If you are driving in the winter, be prepared with emergency gear. The good news is that by January, it is often cold enough for Lake Erie to freeze over, greatly diminishing the lake effect.

How to visit and travel to Erie

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Erie

Erie is within a two hour drive of Buffalo-Niagara, Cleveland-Hopkins and Pittsburgh International Airports. A medium-sized airport worth considering is

• Erie International Airport IATA Flight Code: ERI 42.085, -80.1808 - Erie International Airport The airport is served by three major airlines: United (via Chicago), Delta (via Detroit and Atlanta), and American (via Philadelphia). Bargains can be had and the airport itself is a breeze to navigate, get in and out of, and also has a full complement of vehicle rental agencies on-site. Parking is easy, but it is also fairly pricey. (Erie's airport is not large enough to justify a competitive parking market like most larger airports have. Park on-site, get a friend to drive, or take a cab/bus.)

Travel on a Bus in Erie

Erie has a newly built Greyhound Bus Station located right across from the Library and Maritime Museum. Buses come and go frequently from Buffalo and Cleveland. Erie can even be visited from New York City, Chicago, and Toronto typically with only one transfer. City buses stop at the station, so you can visit parts of the city without a taxi or car, although you will have less freedom.

Travel by train to Erie

Amtrak serves the downtown Union Station with the daily Lake Shore Limited between Chicago and New York City, although thit is not a common method of transportation. Eastbound trains calls at Erie in the middle of might while westbound trains have a more resonable departure time around 7AM. Erie Union Station GPS 42.120868,-80.082048 is at 125 West 14th St.

By car

Erie is easily accessible via Interstate 90 and 79. The recently completed Bayfront Connector Highway links the northern terminus of I-79 through the city along the bayfront and then through the industrial East side and newer housing and office developments around Knowledge Park and Penn State University (Behrend College). The new highway (completed Summer 2005) is 3-4 lanes, but has few buildings or side streets that connect directly with the road, making traffic relatively smooth and making it much easier to get in and out of the downtown. The completed highway is a scenic detour away from the traffic and strip malls of I-90 south of Erie.

How to get around in Erie

GPS 42.129445|-80.085240

By car

Erie is laid out in an easy to understand grid pattern paralleling the Lake Erie coastline. Numbered streets starting with the northern most 2nd Street run roughly east-west. (The bayfront highway loops around this grid, taking the place of what would be a "1st Street". Major E/W thoroughfares are 6th, 12th, 26th and 38th Street. The center of town is split north-south by State Street. N/S streets on the west side of town are typically named after trees (Peach, Poplar, Chestnut) and on the east side after countries (French, (German), Holland). The two major north-south routes through the center of town are State and Peach (Peach diverges to the southwest after 26th street.) Major N/S streets listed from west to east are Pittsburgh, Greengarden, Liberty, Chestnut, Peach, State, French, Parade, East. As you can see, this naming convention is not hard and fast, and breaks down in all directions the further you get from the downtown. The suburbs of Fairview, Millcreek, Harborcreek, Lawrence Park and Wesleyville also stick to this rough grid pattern to some degree as you move away from the city.

Travel on a Bus in Erie

Bus ( EMTA]) service primarily stretches from Fairview in the west to Harborcreek in the east, and south to the I-90/Peach Street shopping neighborhood. Regional shuttles connect the outlying communities of Edinboro, Waterford, Corry, Union City, Girard and Albion. EMTA is available by phone at (814) 452-3515.

Best way to travel in Erie by a Taxi

Taxis are rare in Erie - apart from the airport and perhaps the very center of town, calling ahead is a must.

What to see in Erie

• Erie Art Museum 411 State Street 42.1312, -80.086 ☎ +1 814-459-5477 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11AM Monday - 5PM, Sunday 1PM Monday - 5PM $2-4 Erie Art Museum - Erie Art Museum The Erie Art Museum hosts over 5,000 pieces of art on State Street, along with 18-20 traveling exhibits annually.

• Erie Zoo 423 West 38th Street 42.0968, -80.0755 ☎ +1 814-864-4091 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 5PM $8 Erie Zoo - Eriezooentrance A great zoo comparable to those of larger cities. Summer educational programs for children. Fun train ride though the zoo; great for the kids or kids at heart.

• Erie Maritime Museum and Brig Niagara 150 East Front Street 42.1366, -80.0867 ☎ +1 814-452-2744 - Erie Maritime Museum - Brig Niagara behind museum A good place to get a hands-on look at an early nineteenth century sailing warship. The U.S.S. Niagara is typically in port, but does travel to historical events all across the Great Lakes region, so consider calling ahead or drive by to see if she's around.

• The Bicentennial Tower 42.138889, -80.091667 at the foot of State Street - Bicentennial Tower - Bicentennial Tower Constructed in 1995 to celebrate Erie's Bicentennial and the tower stands about 100 feet high and one can easily see out to Long Point or over Erie.

• Asbury Woods Nature Center 4105 Asbury Road 42.061366, -80.171847

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• Firefighter's Historical Museum 428 Chestnut Street 42.127376, -80.094729 ☎ +1 814 456-5969 Opening Hours: June-August. on Sat. from 11AM to 4PM and Sun. 1PM to 4PM, Sept. and October. on Sat. and Sun. from 1PM to 4PM Adults $4, Children (6-12) $1, Firefighters $2.50 A small fire station built in 1903, it was used during the age when firefighters used horses to pull a hose on a cart. The horses were used here until 1921 and the fire station closed in 1974. Inside the museum you can see various contraptions firefighters used to put out fires before the firetruck existed. Hours of operation are limited, but you can call to schedule an appointed during other times.

• Watson-Curtze Mansion 356 West Sixth Street 42.126389, -80.093333 Opening Hours: Wed. to Sat. from 11AM to 4PM, Sun. from 1PM to 4PM Adults $5, students $4, children under 12 $3 Watson-Curtze Mansion - WatsonCurtzeManson2 A historic mansion built on "Millionaire's Row" in 1891.

• Tom Ridge Environmental Center - TREC | 301 Peninsula Drive, Suite 1 42.11, -80.154 ☎ +1 814 833-7424 Opening Hours: The TREC center is open 10AM to 6PM, seven days a week. Free Tom Ridge Environmental Center 817381 The Tom Ridge Environmental Center is an educational center at heart, dedicated to teaching visitors about the unique 3,200 acres of Presque Isle and the many different forms of life that inhabit the peninsula. TREC also serves as a center for research, contributing to conservation efforts and promoting environmental awareness, helping to preserve the unparalleled beauty of Presque Isle and the site of Pennsylvania’s only seashore. While some facilities along the Great Lakes offer environmental education and others do research, none offer research, education and visitor services in one place, making TREC a unique destination for learning, wonder and fun. We’re open year-round and offer free admission to our interactive exhibits, glass-enclosed tower, and orientation movie. Learn about the history of Presque Isle and how you can contribute to keeping it pristine and beautiful.

• Roar On The Shore | ☎ +1 814-833-3200 Opening Hours: 3 days in July, check webpage for exact dates Since 2007 each July , more than 50,000 bikers and bike enthusiasts descend on Erie located along the shores of Lake Erie, to enjoy three days of rides, bands, bike contests, custom motorcycles, bike accessories and more. In fact, our Bringin’ in the Roar Bike Parade is an annual tradition, with 5,000 to 6,000 bikers, led by a celebrity grand marshal, rolling into town to take part in one of the largest escorted rides in history — the official kickoff of ROAR!

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Erie

• Presque Isle State Park 42.1631, -80.1008 - Presque Isle State Park Presque Isle Waterworks Lighthouse - Situated on a peninsula starting from about four miles west of downtown and then going north and east roughly ten miles. Most of the lake side of the peninsula is made up of sandy beaches. The bay side provides launching docks for boats and spots to fish. A fourteen mile paved exercise and bike trail runs the entire length of the peninsula offering views of the lake beaches and wildlife refuges. Bicycles and boats are available for rental in and around the park. There is also a nature cruise starting near the Perry monument, on the southeastern side of the park. With free entry, copious parking, and miles of beaches, it's not hard to see why this park is the most visited state park in Pennsylvania, averaging over a million guests a year.

• All Season's Marketplace - 2080 Interchange Road - Millcreek Mall Pavilion. Open Year Round. A unique shopping experience with a variety of specialty shoppes, open Thursday and Sunday from 10AM to 6PM and Friday and Saturday from 10AM to 8PM Food Fun and Shopping. This place is constantly changing and growing!

• Waldameer Park and Water World 220 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 42.1087, -80.1555 I-79 to West 12th, take Peninsula Drive North. Right before the entrance to Presque Isle ☎ +1 814-835-7435, +1 814-838-3591 Opening Hours: vary free admission Waldameer Park Family oriented amusement and water slide park, in the summer is a popular place to beat the summer heat.

• Splash Lagoon - 8091 Peach Street 42.0482, -80.0779 +1-866-3-SPLASH - Splash Lagoon Another great place to take the kids. Located immediately off of I-90 on Peach Street, this indoor waterpark operates year round.

• Erie Wine Country - There are a number of Cafes north and east of the city, including Mazza, Penn Shore, and Presque Isle Vineyards.

• Erie Playhouse 10 West 10th Street 42.1249, -80.0831 - Erie Playhouse Erie's oldest theater group, producing around 12 shows per year. Musicals, comedies, dramas, concerts, and youth theater are common events. Shows run Thursdays through Sundays as a general rule

• Erie Philharmonic 811 State Street 42.1225, -80.0807 ☎ +1 814-455-1375 $16-48 Erie Philharmonic - Warner Theatre Erie Front 2007 The Erie Philharmonic is an orchestra that plays a variety of concerts at the Warner Theatre on State Street, which is on the National Register of Historical Places for its Art Deco style. Tickets can be ordered online, and they go well in advance.

• Presque Isle Downs & Casino 8199 Perry Highway 42.0665, -80.0312 +1-866-ERIE-FUN Opening Hours: Casino open 24/7. Live horse Racing Seasonal Free Admission Presque Isle Downs

• Erie Bluffs State Park 42.0083, -80.4108 - Erie Bluffs State Park - Erie Bluffs State Park Lake Erie 1

Sports Team

Erie is a city of minor league athletics with two minor league professional teams and a major junior hockey team.

• UPMC Park - formerly Jerry Uht Park | 42.126944, -80.08 ☎ +1 814-456-1800 UPMC Park - UPMC Park Home of the Erie SeaWolves, Erie's minor league baseball team.

• Erie Insurance Arena - Tullio Arena - 809 French Street 42.1281, -80.0808 - Erie Insurance Arena - Erie Insurance Arena - Exterior The arena is home to Erie's other two minor league teams and the Otters (hockey) and the Bayhawks (basketball).

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Erie

The main shopping area in Erie is centered around Peach Street, south of the city to its junction with I-90. Many of the typical national chains can be found, many of which are contained in Millcreek Mall, a sprawling single-story mall/strip complex.

Smaller niche shopping is available on the west side of the city in plazas on West 8th, 12th, and 26th Streets. The downtown also has a few stores, but has not been a large retail draw since the late 1970s.

Erie is a popular shopping destination because of Pennsylvania's waiver of sales tax on clothing. Many people from the surrounding states and Ontario make special trips to Erie for this reason.

• Millcreek Mall Complex 5800 Peach Street 42.0693, -80.099 ☎ +1 814-868-9000 Millcreek Mall

Halal Restaurants

Erie has a few local foods unique to the area that you might want to try:

Greek Sauce- It's kind of like Hot Dogs chili, but with different spices, and usually put on Hot Dogs and hamburgers, as well as other things. The local chain New York Lunch claims to have the 'original' Greek Sauce, and many would agree that theirs is the best.

Ox Roast- Thin sliced beef cooked in a beef broth, usually eaten as an Ox Roast Sandwich.

Pepperoni Balls and Pepperoni Bread- Italian Bread with pepperoni baked inside.

Smith's Hot Dogs- A Hot Dogs brand local to the area that is very tasty. They are so well liked that there are stories of people from Erie who moved to other parts of the nation having Smith's Hot Dogs overnighted to their new home. Good for camping and grilling out.

There are plenty of chain restaurants in Erie as well as ethnic and local places to eat. Peach Street has a large concentration of restaurants as does downtown Erie.

• All Aboard Diner - ☎ +1 814-774-9303
• Aoyama Japanese Steaks House & Lounge - ☎ +1 814-868-7999
• Arnone's Italian Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-459-9333
• Barbato's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

• Benjamin's - ☎ +1 814-459-2220
• Bertrand's French Bistro - ☎ +1 814-871-6477
• Calamari's Squid Row - ☎ +1 814-459-4276
• China Garden Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-868-2695
• Crowley's Restaurant Lounge - ☎ +1 814-774-8450
• Dutch Treat Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-654-7228
• Gino's Bistro & Jazz - ☎ +1 814-454-4466
• Hibachi Japanese Steaks House - ☎ +1 814-838-2495
• Khao (Thai) | 36 North Park Row ☎ +1 814 454-4069 - One of Erie's hidden gems. Located across the street from Perry Plaza, Khao (Thai) offers a taste of Thailand that is almost identical to that you would see in Bangkok.

• Latino's Restaurant Cafe - ☎ +1 814-452-1966

• Lucchetti's Pizza

• Max & Erma's Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-860-3332
• Mi Scuzi Restaurante Italiano - ☎ +1 814-454-4533
• New China Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-838-2388
• Nunzi's Place | 2330 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16510 I-90 State Street Exit North to 38th Street and then 2 miles east ☎ +1 814 825-2940 - Family owned Italian restaurant with a huge menu filled with Pizzas, Pasta salads and sandwiches at very reasonable prices.

• Plymouth Tavern - ☎ +1 814-453-6454
• Raj Mahal | 2740 West 12th Street ☎ +1 814 838-1055 - Lunch Buffet and Dinner. The only Indian Restaurant in Erie. Extremely great North Indian cuisine and a good change.

• Safari Grille - ☎ +1 814-868-9200
• Sara's - ☎ +1 814-833-1957
• Valerio's Italian Restaurant - ☎ +1 814-833-2959
• Wild Card's Sports Grill & Cafe - ☎ +1 814-866-1234

}} There are plenty of places to go for the night scene. Numerous bars and dance clubs are located throughout the metropolitan Erie area. Some night clubs are:

• The Boardwalk Complex Downtown. Containing a sports and dance club daily, as well as a quieter upscale bar located upstairs in the Dream Ultra Lounge open on Friday and Saturday nights with bottle service available}}
• The Plymouth. One of the mainstays in downtown Erie and the Plymouth is great for all ages, with drink specials daily from 9PM Monday - 11PM}}
• Nicky's Pub}}
• Gino's Bistro & Jazz}}
• The Cell Block}}
• The King's Rook}}
• The Metro}}
• The Trance}}
• On the Rocks
• Sloppy Duck saloon | ☎ +1 814 452-6699

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Erie

Erie - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Erie, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Erie. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Erie and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Erie. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Erie. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Erie, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hotels are concentrated along the heavily travelled Interstate 90 corridor, primarily at the Peach and State St. exits. There are also a number of chain and locally based hotels and motels along Interstate 79 north of I-90 and to the West on 12th and 26th streets towards Presque Isle. Finally and the downtown offers a third option, offering anything from barebones motel to full-service hotel to bed and breakfast.

• Microtel Inn & Suites El Paso Erie 8100 Peach Street ☎ +1 814 864-1010
• Sara's Campground 50 Peninsula Dr ☎ +1 814 833-4560 - Great campsite located on the water and adjacent to Presque Isle State Park. Pitch your tent right on the beach or in a designated site in the woods. There's also RV parking.

• SpringHill Suites | 2087 Interchange Road 42.06637, -80.10840 ☎ +1 814-864-5000 $128 Check-in: 3PM / Check-out: 12PM Accommodations include complimentary Internet, flat screen TV, and pantry area. Guests will also have access to complimentary hot breakfast, complimentary parking, indoor swimmingpool and fitness center.

Stay Safe

As in the rest of North America and the emergency number for fire, police, and ambulatory services is 911. The city of Erie is served by the Erie City Police Department, while Millcreek is served by the Millcreek Township Police Department. All ambulatory services are served by EmergyCare.

Erie, for the most part, is safe, and an average tourist will have no problems with violent crime, especially in Millcreek, where the mall and other shopping areas are. The East Side, especially near lower Parade Street, can be more urban and rough, but the people are mainly working class immigrants for the most part, and will not cause a problem. Near the General Electric plant near Harborcreek, however and the depressed, formerly industrial neighbourhoods can breed much in the way of criminal activity; it's recommended that a tourist avoid these areas, although these areas do not offer much in the way of what a visitor would wish to see to begin with.

Perry Plaza in Erie's urban core has multiple bars that are frequented on weekends by both rowdy college kids from Gannon and middle-aged professionals; one must be extremely careful when driving downtown overnight, especially after final call at 1:30AM.

Other than these notes, one should just use common sense; avoid flashing expensive articles while in thickly populated areas such as downtown Erie.

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