Early Spanish explorers named California after a mythical island. Later, gold made it a state and an economic power. Extending along the Pacific Ocean from the Mexican border in the south for 900 miles to its northern border along the state of Oregon, California is recognized for diverse landscape. Some would call it a paradise of white sandy beaches and unsurpassed natural resources such as national parks, desert terrain, and the high Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.
Visitors surf in the warm Pacific waters, ski in world class mountain resorts, lounge in lavish spas or on scenic golf courses. The man-made attractions of Disneyland and Universal City attract millions. But there’s more than just surface to this multi-cultural state. California produces more agriculture than any state in the country. Ethnically diverse, it is a melting pot of residents from around the globe. Hollywood is the country’s entertainment center and San Francisco a gourmand’s oasis. From green and wild open spaces to the densest of cities, California’s great contrasts should truly have something for everyone.
For more information go to:
www.california.worldweb.com or
www.gocalif.ca.gov/.
Exploring North Central California
A great city, miles of vineyards, enviable gastronomic delights, and towering forests of outdoor recreation await travelers to the glorious Bay Area and its environs
Southern California’s Treasures
The scenic coast running from Los Angeles to San Diego is only 130 miles
long, but there are so many things to do along the way that a traveler could spend a month and never swerve from this stretch of road.