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Golden Gate International Exposition
Golden Gate International Exposition Worlds Fair 1939 Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA The Golden Gate International Exposition (GGIE) of 1939-1940, located on San Francisco's Treasure Island, was a World's Fair celebrating the completion of the city's iconic...
The Mission Set 2
The Mission District 2011 Set 2
The Mission Set 1
The Mission District. Smartphone Street Photography 2014-2015. SAMSUNG SPH-L300 Photographs: David C. Hill
Point Lobos State Reserve
Point Lobos State Reserve Nestled south of Carmel-by-the-Sea, this state reserve boasts some of the most stunning coastal views in California. Some of the birds you can see at the reserve include pelicans, herons, and cormorants. One of my favorite spots for...
Alcatraz Island
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Alum Rock Park
UCSC Arboretum
UC Santa Cruz Arboretum and Botanic Garden! Located on the beautiful UCSC campus in Santa Cruz, California, The arboretum and garden were established in the 1960s with the goal of preserving and showcasing California's diverse flora. Today, the garden is home to more...
San Jose History Park
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Moss Landing Wildlife Area
The Moss Landing Wildlife Area is a beautiful and unique protected area located just north of the town of Moss Landing, California. Spanning 728 acres (295 ha), the area is home to a variety of plants and animals, and includes the largest unaltered salt marsh on the...
Japantown
Japantown, San Jose, CA In the early 1900s, many Japanese immigrants settled in the San Jose area and started businesses and homes in what is now known as Japantown. At its peak, Japantown was a bustling community with its own schools, newspapers, and even a...
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