California Art, Gardens & parks, Historical, Island & reefs, Modern architecture + Waterfall pictures

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When people think of the California paradise depicted by the Beach Boys, they are actually thinking of Orange County – undisputedly the home of Southern California’s fun in the sun lifestyle. An affluent network of smaller cities that made America fall in love with the thrills and spills of theme and water parks, Orange County is the ideal destination for anyone seeking good, Californian fun.

Listen to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in this concert hall recognized as an internationally renowned architectural landmark.

Much of the nation’s produce comes from the fertile valleys in this area bordered by the Sierras and the Pacific Crest Trail.

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

Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.

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.

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.

Experience one of America’s iconic natural sights, a sweeping view of the forests, waterfalls and monolithic granite mountains of the Yosemite Valley.

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

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

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

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

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

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

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.