Reading Terminal Market makes Great Public Spaces list

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- It's one of Philadelphia's most iconic spaces, right up there with Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

On Wednesday, Reading Terminal Market was honored with a big award.

The American Planning Association named the Market one of the greatest public spaces in America.

Its vibrant seating area and accessibility to residents and tourists is what helped Reading Terminal claim the title.

Of course, all of the merchants are locally based, selling fresh foods, groceries, and prepared meals.

Standing strong for 122 years, city leaders say the Reading Terminal Market has been a great place for a long time.

Here is the full list of 2014 Great Public Spaces:

Lake Mirror Park, Lakeland, Florida

Bayliss Park, Council Bluffs, Iowa

Lincoln Trails Network, Lincoln, Nebraska

Delaware Park, Buffalo, New York

Lithia Park, Ashland, Oregon

Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Point State Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Cliff Walk, Newport, Rhode Island

The Lawn at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia

Rainier Vista, Seattle, Washington

For more information: https://www.planning.org/newsreleases/2014/oct1.htm