California Gardens & Parks + Historical Pictures

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Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

One of America’s largest urban green spaces, Balboa Park is an exciting spot packed with art, culture, and a world-renowned zoo.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

Attend the markets and explore the fascinating sites decorating the flanks of this large plaza for a glimpse into Sonoma’s intricate past.

Visit this California landmark on the shores of Lake Tahoe and learn about the history and former inhabitants of this Nordic-style lakeside house.

Visit this California landmark on the shores of Lake Tahoe and learn about the history and former inhabitants of this Nordic-style lakeside house.

In the heart of Lassen Volcanic National Park, surround yourself by the thick green forests and soaring mountain peaks of this Northern California wilderness.

Choose from more than 4,000 wineries in this productive region with many award-winning vintages.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

This region of bounty has fine wines, redwood forests, long beaches, secluded coves, parks that preserve nature and history, and a thriving cultural scene.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Photos displayed in this historic museum provide a window into the park’s appearance during the tumultuous eruptions and rock avalanches of the early 1900s.

Visit this California landmark on the shores of Lake Tahoe and learn about the history and former inhabitants of this Nordic-style lakeside house.

Take a tour of the America’s best-known wine-growing region for some delicious wine tasting and to buy a bottle or two.

Attend the markets and explore the fascinating sites decorating the flanks of this large plaza for a glimpse into Sonoma’s intricate past.

Visit this California landmark on the shores of Lake Tahoe and learn about the history and former inhabitants of this Nordic-style lakeside house.