*** About Lombard Street: Known as one of the most crooked streets in the world, Lombard Street in San Francisco is renowned for its eight hairpin turns. Situated in the Russian Hill neighborhood, this one-block section features a steep, one-way street with sharp curves designed to decrease the hill's natural 27 percent grade, which was too steep for most vehicles to climb. It was created in 1922 and is adorned with beautiful Victorian mansions and meticulously maintained flower beds, making it a popular tourist attraction. The street not only exemplifies ingenious urban planning but also reflects the charm and history of San Francisco.

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