Main Attractions in Logan Square Philadelphia

The Logan Circle was originally known as the northwest square. This square was in the original plan as designed by William Penn in 1682 for the city of Philadelphia. Strangely this square was used as burial ground and was used as place for public executions. In 1823 the last such execution took place. The Logan square came to be named after William Penn's secretary James Logan.

Logan Circle details

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A circle was created and to make way for Benjamin Franklin Parkway and since then Logan circle and square are same. The places of attraction around Logan Square are quite a few. The Rodin Museum houses the art works by Rodin and is a must visit for all the art lovers and quite number of the great master's art work are in display here. Around the Logan Square is the Benjamin Franklin Parkway which connects the Philadelphia's main administrative district with Fairmont Park.

Logan Circle

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The cathedral of Saint Peter and Saint Paul is located near the square and should be in the itinerary of the tourists visiting Logan Square.

Cathedral Basilica

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The Masonic Temple is an architectural marvel and all the concepts of Free Masons have been captured in this temple the visitor is rewarded with insight into all the architectural type constructions. This is indeed a tourist attraction and those visiting Philadelphia or Logan Square in particular should include this temple in the itinerary. This temple also houses a souvenir shop and library of Free Masons.

Free Masons Temple

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