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Golden Triangle

region, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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The Golden Triangle is a region in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, where the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers converge to form the Ohio River. This area was historically a strategic point, fortified by the French as Fort Duquesne and later by the English as Fort Pitt. After Pontiac's defeat in 1763, the area opened for settlement, leading to the founding of Pittsburgh. Today, the Golden Triangle serves as Pittsburgh's central business district and is home to Point State Park. The region has a rich industrial history, particularly in steel production, and is a significant transportation hub.12

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