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First, it must have a desirable location (preferably with good year-round weather). Second, it should have a large number of desirable sites and attractions to visit. And third, it needs to have a certain "uniqueness" about it which is not easily found in other cities or locations. San Diego fully meets all of the above requirements.
A view of the San Diego skyline as seen from Coronado Island.
The city of San Diego is located in the lower west corner of California, right above the Mexican border. It features a mild mediterranean type climate (the average year-round temperature is 70 degrees - one of the best reasons to let your mind begin "California Dreaming"). And it boasts a large and beautiful natural bay and harbor which is home to the U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet.
The San Diego skyline at dusk. This photo was taken near the
Coronado Ferry Landing.
When you start "California Dreaming", you think about the many different sights and attractions found in the State. In San Diego, these include Balboa Park - one of the largest urban parks in the United States and the home of numerous museums and art galleries (plus some beautiful gardens and landscaping). Balboa Park is also home to the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The architecture of the park's museums and galleries is stunningly beautiful and filled with exquisite details.
Taking an afternoon stroll through Balboa Park on a weekend
day. Instead of online photo galleries, you will find the
real thing located here in the Photography Museum.
Another popular attraction is Sea World San Diego which is located on beautiful Mission Bay. And about 30 minutes north of the city you will find two more California tourist attractions: Legoland in Carlsbad, and the San Diego Wild Animal Park near Escondido. Each spring, you can also view the beautiful Carlsbad flower fields which cover the hillside near Legoland.
Two leaping killer whales at the Sea World Shamu Show.
Photo of a large grizzly bear taken at the San Diego Zoo.
Of course, many people come to San Diego to spend some time on one of its many beautiful beaches. Thats what the phrase "California Dreaming" means for lots of folks. There are 70 miles of beaches in San Diego County including those on Coronado Island. Coronado can be reached via the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge which links the "island" (actually a peninsula) with downtown San Diego. The spectacular and historic Hotel Del Coronado is located here. And any online photo galleries worth their salt must include a picture of this world famous landmark. Another excellent resort property which is located along the downtown waterfront is the Manchester Hyatt Hotel.
Picture of the world famous Hotel Del Coronado in
San Diego. It is the largest wooden structure
in the United States and was built in 1887.
The nighttime San Diego skyline with beautiful water reflections. This photo was taken in the mid 1990's. The tall building left of center is the Manchester Hyatt Hotel - a perfect place to stay at while "California Dreaming".
The Horton Plaza shopping center in downtown San Diego.
There are many other worthy sites and attractions to see in this beautiful city. The coastal area known as La Jolla is also a geat location for "California Dreaming" and has some of the most picturesque beaches in the State. Please click on the various links found on this page in order to view more photos of this sunny and beautiful California destination. For more pictures of the downtown San Diego skyline, please click here.
One other area attraction which happens once each year is the Miramar Air Show. It occurs over a three day period in early October and draws thousands of visitors.
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Please visit more of my San Diego pages:
San Diego skyline photos
Pictures of Balboa Park
San Diego area attractions
Pictures of Sea World
Pictures of the San Diego Zoo
San Diego hotel photos
Pictures of Coronado
Pictures of La Jolla
La Jolla beach pictures
Carlsbad flower fields
Miramar Air Show 1
Miramar Air Show 2
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