The capital city is a pleasant mix of historic sites, craft markets, tropical gardens, beautiful beaches, and contemporary architecture. As the region's economic and administrative hub, it attracts international visitors and serves the varied population with hotels, restaurants, and nightclubs. African culture is ever apparent at craft markets and art centers, and in the wares of street peddlers. Much of the city feels safe, but rising immigration has led to more shanty towns and stressed services.
PUNKS IN THE AGE OF TRUMP: JOHN WATERS ON OAKLAND, REBELS, AND THE BURGER BOOGALOO
John Waters is hosting a punk party in Oakland and everyone’s invited.
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