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FORT WORTH <\/strong><\/p>\n

City Hall<\/strong>
\n200 Texas Street
\nFort Worth 817-392-1234
\nwww.fortworthgov.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Chamber of Commerce<\/strong>
\n777 Taylor Street
\nFort Worth 817-336-2491
\nwww.fortworthchamber.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Major Highways<\/strong>
\nInterstates 20, 30, 35, 820; U.S. Highways 80, 81, 287<\/p>\n

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Services<\/strong>
\nIn recent decades, Fort Worth has matured beyond its traditional “cowtown” image to offer a metropolis of cosmopolitan sophistication within the Metroplex. Quality independent school districts, an array of private schools, and easy access to colleges and universities combine with outstanding healthcare services and facilities. Tarrant County Junior College provides an affordable start on a four-year degree as well as vocational programs and continuing education. Fort Worth is also home to the College of St. Thomas More, University of North Texas Health Center, Texas Christian University, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Texas Wesleyan University. Other choices close to home include Texas Women’s University and the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of Texas and Arlington Baptist College at Arlington, and Texas Wesleyan School of Law in Irving, and Texas Baptist Bible College in Bedford.<\/p>\n

Choices in quality healthcare are abundant in the Fort Worth area, from general hospitals and medical centers to specialty clinics and centers. Among the diversity of institutions are All Saints Episcopal Hospital, Cook Ft. Worth Childrens Medical Center, Harris Methodist Fort Worth, Harris Methodist Southwest, Huguley Memorial Medical Center, John Peter Smith Health Network, the Osteopathic Medical Center Of Texas, and the Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth. Rehabilitation and therapy centers, long-term care, skilled nursing, community educational programs, family clinics, and health screenings are a few of the supportive programs and facilities.<\/p>\n

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Lifestyle<\/strong>
\nHome to a rapidly growing population and burgeoning economy, Fort Worth complements Dallas in offering the urban jewels of the Metroplex to residents and visitors. Carriage rides down Main Street, lunch in Sundance Square, or an evening of performing arts at dazzling Ball Hall combine with the excitement of historic stockyards, rodeos, and “Wild West” shows. World-class parks and museums include Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter Museum, Modern Art Museum, Science & History Museum, Log Cabin Village, Japanese and botanical gardens, and Forth Worth Zoo.
\nEvery corner of the metropolis provides access to fine theatres, cinemas, libraries, schools, college campuses, neighborhood parks, and recreational centers. Strong cultural and arts organizations support symphony, ballet, opera, and a lineup of international guests artists in elegant venues. Area lakes invite water sports and outdoor adventure, while city recreation centers feature tennis courts, swimming pools, golf courses, and sports leagues. Nearby cities add the attractions of Six Flags Over Texas or the professional sports thrills of the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. In addition to the kaleidoscope of cultural, recreational, and entertainment possibilities, Fort Worth is a city of welcoming neighborhoods. Whether your dream is a charming cottage nestled on a quiet street or a magnificent manor set back on a deep, lush lot, Fort Worth guarantees an exceptional quality of life.<\/p>\n

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FORT WORTH QUADRANTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

North Fort Worth<\/strong>
\nNorth of downtown on the west and east sides of Interstate 35 West are residential developments that blend newly planned communities around the Alliance airport with historic neighborhoods like Northside and Oakhurst. This diversity of neighborhoods offers easy access to downtown Fort Worth, the Alliance business community, and the Dallas\/Fort Worth International Airport. Rapidly expanding economic development and the influx of new businesses to the city have spurred growth in this area over the past decade.<\/p>\n

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East Fort Worth<\/strong>
\nThe east side of the city is generally defined as the area east of Interstate 35 West and the neighborhoods immediately north and south of Interstate 30 East. Fort Worth’s east-side residents enjoy easy access to downtown attractions as well as those in nearby Arlington. They also have a relatively convenient commute into Dallas. Many of the neighborhoods in the eastern part of Fort Worth are long-established enclaves where sturdy older homes are shaded by mature greenery and beautiful trees.<\/p>\n

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South Fort Worth<\/strong>
\nSome of the city’s oldest homes are nestled in southern Fort Worth, an area where residents are actively working toward historic preservation. Major healthcare institutions are plentiful, joining numerous clinics, professional offices, and commercial attractions to maintain an active atmosphere. Magnolia Street meanders through the medical district, providing a thoroughfare for popular shops and dining establishments. The Southside Preservation Hall serves as a local venue for cultural events.<\/p>\n

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Southwest Fort Worth<\/strong>
\nUsually defined by Interstate 35 West on its eastern border and Interstate 30 to the north, the Southwest area extends southward to the city limits, just north of the city of Crowley. A number of leading companies are headquartered in close proximity to these neighborhoods, providing opportunities for employment close to home. Housing tends to be diverse in size, price, and architectural style. Homes range from vintage models built in the early decades of the 20th century to lovely new construction.<\/p>\n

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West Fort Worth<\/strong>
\nImmediately west of downtown Fort Worth and north of Interstate 30, the area known as West Fort Worth extends beyond Loop 820 to the city limits. This western quadrant of the city was primarily developed in the early 1900s, offering the opportunity for charming vintage homes with unique character embellishments. Fort Worth’s world-class museums and many of the city’s fine art galleries are located in this area. West side residents also enjoy easy access to cultural events, dining, and shopping in downtown Fort Worth.<\/p>\n

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FORTH WORTH NEIGHBORHOODS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arlington Heights<\/strong>
\nSituated just a short ride from downtown Fort Worth, the west-side community of Arlington Heights has managed to retain its popularity since it was established in the early 1900s. Providing a location in close proximity to the business district, the cultural district and Botanical Gardens, the area is home to a virtually endless variety of retail shops and restaurants. Red-bricked Camp Bowie Boulevard provides a scenic thoroughfare to city attractions. Along the exclusive Rivercrest area, meticulous landscaping graces elegant residences. Equally charming are the many refurbished cottages. Architectural styles range from bungalows and simple brick-and-frame cottages to stately Tudors.<\/p>\n

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Berkeley, Mistletoe Heights<\/strong>
\nDeveloped in the 1920s as a residential haven for professionals who were employed downtown, these south-side neighborhoods showcase excellent examples of prairie, Tudor, and bungalow architectural styles. The area is known for active neighborhood associations and convenient access to downtown Fort Worth, the medical district, and the Fort Worth Zoo. Nestled just north of the Berkeley neighborhood, well-preserved homes line the sweeping Mistletoe Boulevard. Many residents have moved into this area for its distinctive homes and quick commutes to city attractions. Mistletoe Heights claims one of Fort Worth’s oldest elementary schools on Park Place.<\/p>\n

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Candleridge<\/strong>
\nLocated south of Loop 820, the southwestern neighborhood of Candleridge features a contemporary atmosphere where most homes have been constructed within the past decade. The variety of architectural styles and price ranges complements undeveloped land for attractive housing options. Luxurious custom homes blend with family residences around French Lake and the 100-acre park laced with multi-purpose trails. Boasting Fort Worth’s largest park has given Candleridge the title of “roller-blading” capital. Local recreational opportunities are superb, and the shops of Hulen Mall are only minutes from home. Easy access to Interstate 20 and Interstate 35 West ensures a quick trip to metropolitan destinations.<\/p>\n

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Cityview<\/strong>
\nThe southwestern neighborhood of Cityview features desirable developments where luxurious traditional single-family homes blend with spacious townhomes. True to its name, this exclusive neighborhood commands outstanding vistas of Fort Worth and spectacular scenes of Benbrook Lake. Mira Vista Golf Course assumes a peerless location surrounded by panoramic scenery. Hulen Bend, Meadows West, Bellaire North, Trinity Heights, Vista Ridge, and Quail Ridge are other enclaves in the Cityview area. Convenient shopping, close proximity to new hospitals, private schools, and lovely retirement communities add to the attraction.<\/p>\n

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Fairmount<\/strong>
\nConsidered to be one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, Fairmount on the south side features streets lined with Queen Anne Victorian mansions and Folk Victorian cottages. Most of the vintage homes are of frame construction, preserved and appropriately restored under the watchful eye of a National Historic Designation. Many of the Fairmount properties have already been completely and beautifully restored. However, a number of initiatives are available for those who desire to renovate a home in this historic district.<\/p>\n

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Fossil Creek<\/strong>
\nThe north side community of Fossil Creek is characterized as an affluent neighborhood surrounding a spectacular Arnold Palmer designed, 18-hole championship golf course. A number of leading high-technology companies are located nearby for employment opportunities close to home. The beautiful homes and manors in the Fossil Creek area tend to overlook the western horizon. Residents are only minutes away from Interstate 35 West and Loop 820 for quick connections to employment centers and metropolitan attractions.<\/p>\n

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Historic Northside<\/strong>
\nHome to the stockyards and the Grand Avenue National Register Historic District, the Historic Northside attracts many tourists who are interested in absorbing the city’s heritage and western flavor. This well-established neighborhood provides residents with a wealth of historic homes in a variety of architectural styles as well as vintage schools shaded by large, old trees. An active neighborhood group continues to promote revitalization efforts throughout the Historic Northside, including the beautification of North Main Street.<\/p>\n

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Lake Country<\/strong>
\nProviding another neighborhood on the city’s north side, the Lake Country features residential developments that sprang up on sweeping open spaces and rolling meadows in northwestern Fort Worth. Newcomers will find a diversity of attractive housing in developments like Greenfield Acres, Jenkin Heights, Lake Country Estates, and Lake Worth. Recreational opportunities are outstanding in Lake Country, and the Fort Worth Nature Center is nearby. Those who appreciate the pristine scenery of lakefront resort environments within a metropolitan environment will find an idyllic home in one of the Lake Country communities.<\/p>\n

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Meadowbrook<\/strong>
\nNew residents can choose from an eclectic mix of attractive housing choices in the east-side neighborhood of Meadowbrook. Sprawling lots in Cook’s Meadow complement the imitations of English castles surrounded by heavily wooded land in this neighborhood known for its diversity of architectural styles and price ranges. Other choices include whimsical “gingerbread” cottages, stately mansions, vintage suburban homes, multi-family developments, and modestly priced starter homes that span several decades. The Meadowbrook area encompasses the neighborhoods of Carol Oaks, Cooks Meadows, East Meadowbrook, and Eastern Hills.<\/p>\n

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Mira Vista<\/strong>
\nLuxuriously private, the 700-acre gated community of Mira Vista is nestled in the southwestern neighborhood of Cityview. Stunning homes tend to be custom-designed around the exact desires of the residents. Executive homes and estates tend to be dramatic in scale, offering from 2,000 to 10,000 square feet of living space. While some properties command fairway views, others are nestled around the three pristine lakes or elevated for sweeping vistas.<\/p>\n

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Oakhurst<\/strong>
\nThe tree-shaded north-side neighborhood of Oakhurst claims the city’s oldest neighborhood association. Lush and scenic, Oakhurst was named for the forest of oaks and the other hardwood trees lining the banks of the Trinity River to the west of this neighborhood. Newcomers will delight in the abundance of gardens and the selection of vintage housing from the early 1900s. Charming small Tudors and bungalows dominate the housing selection. In the 1960s, a number of homes were constructed along a ridge that faces the Fort Worth skyline. Adjacent to Oakhurst is the subdivision of Charleston, adding another selection of homes covering a variety of architectural periods and price ranges.<\/p>\n

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Overton Park, Overton Woods, Willow Lake<\/strong>
\nA panoramic and heavily wooded southwestern area, Overton encompasses the neighborhoods of Overton Park, Overton Woods, and Willow Lake. In addition to excellent schools, Overton offers outstanding recreational facilities. Housing choices in the Overton area tend to be diverse and exceptionally attractive, with some of the more exclusive properties nestled in the Stonegate development. Many beautiful neighborhoods offer custom homes built within the past three decades. Overton Park’s higher elevation commands sweeping views, while Overton Woods showcases heavily wooded property. Willow Lake provides upscale townhomes. The nearby Hulen Mall commercial district is home to some of the city’s most attractive retail establishments and fine dining experiences.<\/p>\n

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Park Glen, Summerfields<\/strong>
\nLocated in far north Fort Worth, the master-planned community of Park Glen features a variety of new construction. The quality of the neighborhood is being protected by covenants that ensure design conformity and property maintenance. Recreational amenities are abundant in the 100-acre park of Arcadia Trails, where residents enjoy sports fields, biking and hiking paths, nature trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and tennis courts. Summerfields provides another master-planned community of family homes in this area. Newer north side subdivisions tend to rely on mandatory homeowners associations to manage amenities like swimming pools and parks.<\/p>\n

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Ridglea, Ridglea Hills<\/strong>
\nEncompassing the upper end of Camp Bowie and stretching to Interstate 30, the well-established west-side neighborhood of Ridglea claims many second and third-generation residents. Winding streets on gentle slopes provide the showcase for well-kept older homes and newer construction. Larger traditional homes harmonize with small brick and frame houses, many built in the ’40s and ’50s. Some of the luxurious homes border Bernie Park, a greenbelt extending through the area. Residents enjoy easy access to downtown Fort Worth and employment centers to the west. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the spectacular holiday light display at Luther Lake. Sprawling ranch homes developed in the ’50s and ’60s predominate in Ridglea Hills, some enjoying waterfront views of the two small lakes. Homes built in the ’70s and ’80s are available in Ridglea Country Club Estates, where the focal point of recreation is the golf course.<\/p>\n

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Ridgmar<\/strong>
\nLocated north of Interstate 30, the west-side neighborhood of Ridgmar borders the exclusive community of Westover Hills. Developed in the 1960s and 1970s, the area features homes that enjoy the spacious atmosphere created by larger lots. Many of the homesites in Ridgmar were selected for an elevation that provides panoramic western views. Ridgmar is adjacent to Ridgmar Mall for shopping convenience. This area also provides quick access to Lockheed Martin for those who appreciate living in close proximity to their place of employment.<\/p>\n

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Rivercrest, Monticello<\/strong>
\nHome to the acclaimed Rivercrest County Club, the west-side neighborhoods of Rivercrest and Monticello have enjoyed a longstanding reputation as enviable addresses in Fort Worth. As long ago as the 1920s, Rivercrest replaced the “Southside” as the newest metropolitan community. Through the decades, the neighborhood has remained undimmed in its popularity and prestige. Quality construction of luxurious mansions and charming cottages graced by large shade trees along meandering streets and dramatic hills have stood the test of time. While many homes built from the 1920s to the 1940s remain, others are being replaced by exclusive new custom homes. Easy access to the cultural district and downtown are available on major boulevards.<\/p>\n

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Rolling Hills<\/strong>
\nShowcasing the beautiful Glen Garden Country Club as a focal point of the community, Rolling Hills offers an east-side neighborhood that encompasses Glencrest and Glen Garden. In these unique enclaves, homes tend to rest on sloping terrain that overlooks the Fort Worth skyline and the bright lights of the downtown district. Built in 1912, the Glen Garden Country Club 18-hole championship golf course gave Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson their start. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Rosen Heights, Beverly Hills, Oak Grove, Worth Hills<\/strong>
\nSeveral of the north-side neighborhoods share a pleasing mixture of good schools, convenient shopping centers, and easy access to major highways. Marine Creek runs through Fort Worth’s Buck Sansome Park, gracing many of these neighborhoods with hilly, wooded lots. The housing options in these family oriented neighborhoods are diverse, covering a wide range of home sizes, styles, and price ranges.<\/p>\n

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Ryan Place<\/strong>
\nApproximately three miles from downtown Fort Worth, the south-side neighborhood of Ryan Place was one of Fort Worth’s first elite enclaves. Grand mansions still line beautiful Elizabeth Boulevard, serving as the main drive through the community. This magnificent boulevard of fine homes and ancient trees is also listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The neighborhood boasts excellent examples of prairie style architecture as well as period revival homes. Small bungalows, stately Tudors, and cozy cottages harmonize along the streets adjacent to Elizabeth Boulevard.<\/p>\n

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Tanglewood, Stonegate, Westcliff West, Colonial<\/strong>
\nEncompassing the Bellaire and Mockingbird additions, these southwest neighborhoods are all sought-after city addresses. Dominated by traditional architecture and fine ranch-style homes that were developed over the decades since the 1940s, the area features many remodeled and updated homes. Known for mature greenery and large properties, these close-in neighborhoods are convenient to downtown, shopping, schools, colleges, and Colonial Country Club. Sharing the panoramic scenery of the Overton area, Tanglewood offers spacious parks and towering trees. This area is ideally situated between Texas Christian University and Hulen Drive.<\/p>\n

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University<\/strong>
\nRarely is a neighborhood with so many desirable qualities located just four miles from the bustling downtown area of a major city. The southwest University area offers its residents an exciting variety of amenities, including the Fort Worth Zoo, lush jogging trails, vibrant commercial activity, the Texas Christian University, and the Colonial Country Club \u2014 host of the annual PGA golf tournament. Housing options in the University neighborhood range from charming cottages to lavish Tudor, colonial, and Spanish-style manors.<\/p>\n

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Wedgwood, Western Hills<\/strong>
\nThe expansive additions of Wedgwood and Western Hills are southwest neighborhoods where small ranchettes built in the 1950s harmonize with stately traditional and contemporary homes constructed from 1960 through the ’70s. Attractive homes close to excellent schools and major employers in south Fort Worth have contributed to the area’s popularity. Families appreciate the outstanding youth programs, affordable housing options, and the convenience to Highway 80 and Interstate 30.<\/p>\n

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Westpoint, Chapel Creek, Lost Creek, Silver Ridge, Tejas Trails<\/strong>
\nAlong the western edge of Fort Worth are a number of thriving neighborhoods and subdivisions that offer a diversity of housing and settings. Homes vary from starter models to upscale properties with generous acreage. The suburban residential enclave of Lost Creek surrounds the Lost Creek Golf Course with homes of newer construction that were built within the past three decades. Enjoying a prime location near the nexus of Interstate 30, Loop 820, and Highway 80, this area offers unparalleled access to Fort Worth attractions and employment centers. A wide variety of homes exist here – from starter homes to upscale properties on large homesites.<\/p>\n

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Woodhaven<\/strong>
\nThe upscale east-side neighborhood of Woodhaven provides an upscale address surrounded by the beautiful Woodhaven Country Club and its lush golf course. Most homes of the homes in Woodhaven were custom built during the decade of the 1970s. Meticulous landscaping and superb views of the velvet fairways are common. The attractive neighborhoods of Bentley Village, Cobblestone Square, Eastchase, John T. White, Highwood Hills, River Trails, Sandybrook, and White Lake are nearby.<\/p>\n

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Worth Heights, Rosemont, Seminary<\/strong>
\nThe south-side area that encompasses Worth Heights, Rosemont, and Seminary represents a diversity of residential neighborhoods that encircle the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and nearby Echo Lake. Town Center Mall is close to home for convenient shopping and weekend entertainment. This area enjoys good access to Interstate 35 West, which gives residents a quick commute to employers that are located north and south of home. Home styles are diverse in architectural style, size, and price range to accommodate a wide variety of lifestyles and budgets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

FORT WORTH City Hall 200 Texas Street Fort Worth 817-392-1234 www.fortworthgov.org Chamber of Commerce 777 Taylor Street Fort Worth 817-336-2491 www.fortworthchamber.com   Major Highways Interstates 20, 30, 35, 820; U.S. Highways 80, 81, 287   Services In recent decades, Fort Worth has matured beyond its traditional “cowtown” image to offer a metropolis of cosmopolitan sophistication […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/333"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=333"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/333\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":701,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/333\/revisions\/701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/FortWorth3\/BHHSPremier\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=333"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}