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San Diego California

August 17th, 2008 admin Posted in Places, The USA |

San Diego California lifestyle convinces many tourists

The southern Californian coast is blessed with fine beaches and attractions. San Diego California is the second largest city in the state and its mild climate and outdoor lifestyle convinces many tourists. Sea World San Diego is a much famous theme park, with two roller coasters and two water rides. Animals on show are dolphins, sharks, polar bears, walruses and penguins. In addition to tourism, the area has a growing commercial sector and there are sixteen military bases across the US Navy, US Coastguard and US Marine Corps. The arts and history are an valuable part of the culture and there are numerous museums and galleries.


Different parts of performing arts can be found in San Diego California. The city has its own symphony orchestra and its own opera company, both garnering critical praise. The Old Globe Theatre is a resemblance of William Shakespeare’s theatre in England where he first staged his plays and showcases several musicals and plays each year.

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San Diego arts and culture archives

Balboa Park, a National History Landmark, is a unique park. Museums, theaters, shops and restaurants enrich the open spaces and gardens. The Museum of Art contains fine works by artists, such as Canaletto and Rubens. It also consists of a large collection of Spanish art, including the work of El Greco. The park also contains the Natural History Museum, the Museum of Man and the Museum of Photographic Arts.

Well know fascinations seen in San Diego California

The Park also has an 18-hole golf course and a 9-hole course and it brags the world’s largest outdoor pipe organ. The most well known fascination in the park and the one most associated with San Diego California is the San Diego Zoo. Acknowledged for its research and conservation work, visitors can see over 800 different species of animal. There is a guided bus tour or it’s possible to have an aerial vantage point from the gondola lift. Exhibits explore different terrain, including Arctic tundra and African rain forest. It also has free flight aviaries, reptiles and mammals. One of the biggest draws is the pandas, loaned by the Chinese Government.

Skimboarding and surfing are famous at the various beaches. La Jolla resort is the most well known oceanfront community in San Diego California. Lucky visitors may spot the colony of wild seals that live off shore. The resort is also renowned for its international standard Torrey Pines golf course and its up market hotels, jeweler’s shops, fine dining establishments and boutiques.


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