This town played some of the major roles in fight for gay rights where many battles were fought and won. It started after the WWII when many soldiers, including those discharged for homosexuality, decided to settle there. During the 60s the gay movement was influenced by anti-war and civil rights movements but some of the crucial moments were in late 70s when murder of Harvey Milk took place. It was knows as White Night Riots. He wanted to teach the gay community to say the word gay with pride and it seems that he succeeded. AIDS brought new moments into life of gay community in a way when ACT-UP and Queer Nation had demonstrations in order to show that it was not just a gay men's disease and that research should be made to find a cure.

Today SF is one of the places that you might consider a gay paradise with many places to visit and stay. When you arrive in San Francisco first thing you will be looking for a hotels and don't worry - no one will ask seeing two men together if they want separate rooms. But if you are really searching for some gay-friendly hotels of a more urban style here are some of them: The Clift (495 Geary St. San Francisco, CA 94102); Hotel Monaco (501 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102); Hotel Triton (342 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94108).

When you have settled in you will heed some place to have a good time. Here is a list of some great gay bars and dance clubs to visit: Eagle Tavern (398 12th St. at Harrison) full of bare chested bears and quite a fetish place; 456 Castro St (at 18th) San Francisco (456 Castro St (at 18th) San Francisco); Kimo's (1351 Polk at Pine); Mint Karaoke Lounge (1942 Market at Duboce).

Would you like to get married in SF? Over 3300 same sex couples have been married since Mayor Gavin Newsom came to power and who is strongly against any form of discrimination. Your gay marriage could be a real one to remember if you decide to do it in San Francisco.

If you want to became a citizen, don't worry, with somewhat about 25-35% population being gay, you will have no problems finding partner. There is no same sex discrimination in this town any more - perfect safe place for lesbians and gay men.

Jonathan
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