| Kirkland is one of the few cities in the Northwest that has preserved 25 percent of its waterfront - including seven parks - for public use. Located on the shore of Lake Washington just north of Bellevue, the city is bordered by public beaches with views of Seattle and the Olympic Mountains.
Kirkland offers a variety of opportunities for walkers, shoppers and browsers. Choices range from the waterfront's specialty shops, tempting restaurants, antique stores and art galleries to a major shop- ping area at the city's northern boundary.
As with many areas around Seattle, smaller, older homes in Kirkland are being demolished and re-built with larger, more modern and expensive versions. New hillside condos look out over downtown Kirkland onto Lake Washington, many being purchased before construction is complete.
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[city description courtesy of Greater Seattle Info Guide]
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