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Colors of California - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
The state of gold towns began to attract travelers from distant lands in the 16th century. Many tourists come to California to visit historical sites and stroll along scenic boulevards, where you can meet international celebrities. Others are attracted by amazing holidays and festivals; cultural traditions of the state are very rich and interesting. During the year, people can take part in a variety of festivals, including historical and gastronomic, theater and music, art and ecological; all of them are very interesting and deserve attention of those fond of event tourism.
1. Many large cities have special HopOn-HopOff tourist buses; their route passes through the most remarkable and interesting places. You can learn more about buses and their schedules at any … 
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Beaches of California attract surfers and divers from all around the world, as well as travelers who dream of relaxing with international celebrities. Near the town of Carmel there is one of … Open
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Those who aren’t indifferent to historical celebrations would like the cultural festival dedicated to the Aztecs. The permanent venue for the festival is Long Beach. During a holiday, you can meet people in the most unusual costumes, visit interesting dance performances and learn the art of the Aztecs. The festival always includes interesting events dedicated to environmental issues and environmental protection; all attenders can take part in them. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in California and surroundings
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near California
♥ St. John’s Cathedral, Fresno, 32.7 km from the center. On the map
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Unique landmarks in California and around
Stairs Half Dome
From the series “Furious Footways Around the World That Make You Dizzy”
Check on the map: Distance from California center - 108.1 km.
In California is a legendary Half-Dome rock - a place of attraction for thousands of climbers and those who want to test their strength. An incredibly complex steep staircase with 400 steps has been cut down in the rock. To climb it, you need to have a good physical training. For the past several years, the main natural attraction of Yosemite Park is annually visited by about 50000 people a year, climbing the rock is allowed only as a part of organized excursions. …
Read further Distance from California center - 108.1 km.
Long Valley Caldera
From the series “Sleeping Super-Volcanoes Capable of Destroying Whole Regions”
Check on the map: Distance from California center - 114.5 km.
Long Valley Caldera is situated in Eastern California. It has taken an area of 32 kilometres long and 18 kilometres width. For the last two million years, the activity of the super volcano has drastically decreased. The last eruption was 76 000 years ago. However, for last years the earthquake activity of this region has increased. At this period a lot of cities of the state has experienced the series of earthquakes. In 2015 the intense earthquakes happened near Los Angeles and not far from San Francisco. …
Read further Distance from California center - 114.5 km.
Colors of California in photos
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in California. Learn the best periods to visit California to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in California.
