Awesome, evocative photos of Lake Merritt and the lakeside districts.
For a long time I didn't know Oakland well, but as soon as I got a bike and could go anywhere (BART + bike), I started exploring. I found solid architecture, old-school urbanity, excellent subway/el service, distinct and vibrant neighborhoods, a fun and lively culture and, to be honest, a better downtown than many more prominent US cities have.
That crane is for the new Kaiser Hospital. The old one will be torn down (hasn't that process already begun?).
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