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The Castro's colorful history

sfgate.com
Jul. 22, 2009
There are really two reasons to visit the lively streets of the Castro, excluding the landmark Castro Theatre itself. One is its candor - penis-shaped macaroons, anyone? - and the other its rich history as the gay mecca of the world. You can learn all about...
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