We are excited to welcome you to Embedded Linux Conference North America 2017 in Portland, Oregon! The Portland we know today has come a long way from its reputation at the turn of the twentieth century as one of the most dangerous port cities in the world! Nowadays, Portland has an array of natural beauties - from Mt. Tabor (a dormant volcano!) to Forest Park (the largest urban forest in the United States). It is also a foodie heaven. On top of being home to first class restaurants, Portland hosts food cart pods with a bevy of choices. You could eat at a Portland food cart every night for two years before you'd eat at the same place twice! The rising city birthed celebrities like Vic Bergeron, the inventor of the Mai Tai, Douglas Engelbart, the creator of the computer mouse, and Matt Groening, the mastermind behind The Simpsons. Take a walk down NE Flanders Street (the street that spawned the character Ned Flanders), visit one of the 56 breweries within the city, and enjoy shopping without sales tax! Take in Portland's beauty and diversity, but whatever you do, don't pump your own gas or you'll be fined $500!
Fun Facts about PortlandPortland was almost called Boston back int he day, when it was simply called "The Clearing" Along with the largest urban forest in the US, Portland is also home to the smallest park - Mill Ends Park, which has a two foot radius Mt. Tabor is a dormant volcano within city limits There is no sales tax in all of Oregon! |
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Things to Do and SeePowell's City of Books and other West End shops and restaurants
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
Washington Park
Beer!
Ground Kontrol
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Additional Helpful LinksPortland Extended Weather Forecast
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