WOW! Powell's is the largest bookstore in the world (so they say), and I believe it! It's 4 stories tall and easily the size of a costco building! They have a great coffee shop with wi-fi, and they let you bring books from the store to the coffee shop to sit and read. I have spent many an afternoon reading the day away. It is a great atmosphere and the epitomy of Portland life. They sell used and new books, and everyone who works there is friendly and is a book lover. It's right in the heart of downtown portland, parking is relativly easy, (though expect to have a hard time parking in the garage unless you have a tiny car). Please check these guys out, it's worth the extra drive to get there!
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