Flowers at the gravestones of Bruce Lee and his son Brandon.[Source: China Daily]

Bruce Lee (1940-73), the most influential martial artist of the 20th century, is also an icon in Seattle, where he completed his higher education, got married, ran a martial arts school and is buried.

His grave in Lake View Cemetery attracts constant flows of both kung fu fans and tourists alike. Every day fresh flowers are presented by loyal fans in front of the gravestones of Bruce Lee and his son Brandon, which is testimony to Lee's lasting influence.

Another iconic figure of the city was Sealth (1780-1866), whom the city was named after. He was a leader of the Suquamish and Duwamish Native American tribes in what is now the state of Washington, and is known for his devotion to pursuing land rights from white settlers in the 1850s.

His gravesite is located at Kitsap Peninsular, which is just a half hour ferry ride from Seattle. Kitsap is not only an attraction for tourists who want to know about the history of the city but also a popular weekend getaway for locals.

The Bloedel Reserve on the peninsular is a place where people can enjoy a tranquil and refreshing respite in natural surroundings.

It was home to the Bloedel family for many years - it gave the property to the public in 1970 and established the Arbor Fund, a non-profit foundation that manages and maintains the reserve.

The reserve's 61 hectares are a unique blend of natural woodlands and beautifully landscaped gardens.