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San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a major city in Northern California, United States. It lies on the northern edge of the San Francisco Peninsula, surrounding much of the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay and facing the Pacific Ocean to the west. The city is connected to the mainland by several bridges, including the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, and by ferry routes across the bay.

Founded in 1776 by Spanish colonists and incorporated in 1850, San Francisco grew into a powerful port and commercial center. It is renowned for landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf, and its historic cable cars. The city has diverse neighborhoods and a vibrant cultural scene reflecting its long history of immigration and innovation.

The climate is mild and Mediterranean, with wet winters and dry summers, often influenced by fog during the summer months. The economy is diverse, spanning technology, finance, education, tourism, and healthcare, with proximity to Silicon Valley contributing to its tech orientation. The city hosts universities, museums, and a major port that supports trade and tourism.

As part of the San Francisco Bay Area, the city is connected to surrounding communities by public transit networks, including buses, light rail, ferries, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system, as well as San Francisco International Airport. The location in California and on the bay shapes its urban form, economy, and cultural profile.