The 10 Gayest Cities In The United States

    Using criteria ranging from number of LGBT bookstores to hosting a WNBA team, The Advocate released a list of America's queer capitals. Here they are paired with photos, taken in those cities, that showcase a spirit of gaiety and fun! Full list and explanations at The Advocate.

    Gavon Laessig
    by Gavon Laessig

    BuzzFeed News Reporter

    10. Grand Rapids, Michigan

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    9. Atlanta, Georgia

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    8. Knoxville, Tennessee

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    7. St. Paul, Minnesota

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    6. Ann Arbor, Michigan

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    5. Seattle, Washington

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    4. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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    3. Cambridge, Massachusetts

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    2. Orlando, Florida

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    1. Salt Lake City, Utah

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