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The 'Rocky Steps' are the 72 stone steps leading to the entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The steps became one of Philadelphia's most recognizable landmarks after featuring in the training montage of the 1976 film Rocky, where Sylvester Stallone's character runs up them with arms raised in victory. The scene has become an enduring symbol of determination and achievement. Millions of visitors each year run or walk up the steps to recreate the famous moment and pose with the Rocky statue at the bottom. The steps represent how popular culture can transform architectural features into beloved civic icons and fitness destinations.
