Travel Guide to San Francisco, USA

One of the most beautiful cities in California - San Francisco - is located near the coast of Pacific Ocean. The architectural ensemble of the city combines culture, traditions and customs of various peoples and countries. In San Francisco are well-developed automotive and petrochemical industry, shipbuilding and aircraft construction. Located between the strait, the gulf and the ocean, this city is famous for the development of commercial shipping and great service industries. On the territory of the city is located the famous Silicon Valley, where are headquartered companies that are known as world leaders in the electronics industry, Internet resources, and more.

The famous Alcatraz Island is the main landmark of this place. Located in the bay of San Francisco, in the past the island has been used as the naturally isolated military defense fort and the prison for dangerous criminals. Among other attractions are the beautiful suspension bridge named Golden Gate; Coit Observation Tower, which observation platform located on19th floor features panoramic views of the city's largest Golden Gate Park artificially landscaped with plants, flowers and trees; visitors may also enjoy visiting Monterey Island famous for its amazing beaches.