Cities: expand description for Monterey (California)
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* '''[[Big Sur]]''' - The Big Sur region can be loosely defined as the stretch of coastline between Carmel and San Simeon, and the steep cliffs, rocky coast, churning waves, abundant wildlife, redwoods, and remoteness make it one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Big Sur Village lies at its heart and offers amenities for travelers.
* '''[[Big Sur]]''' - The Big Sur region can be loosely defined as the stretch of coastline between Carmel and San Simeon, and the steep cliffs, rocky coast, churning waves, abundant wildlife, redwoods, and remoteness make it one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Big Sur Village lies at its heart and offers amenities for travelers.
* '''[[Carmel (California)|Carmel]]''' - Carmel is a beautiful oceanside town that is home to the historic Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, several large beaches, excellent restaurants and an abundance of upscale lodging. It borders the iconic Pebble Beach golf course and is the entry point to the 17-mile drive and its dramatic ocean views.
* '''[[Carmel (California)|Carmel]]''' - Carmel is a beautiful oceanside town that is home to the historic Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, several large beaches, excellent restaurants and an abundance of upscale lodging. It borders the iconic Pebble Beach golf course and is the entry point to the 17-mile drive and its dramatic ocean views.
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* '''[[Monterey (California)|Monterey]]''' -
Northern
California
's
eldest
city
, now
known
for
seafood
and
its
outstanding
aquarium
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* '''[[Monterey (California)|Monterey]]''' -
Founded in 1770, Monterey was the capital of Alta
California
under
both Spain and Mexico
,
was a bustling fishing port until the 1950s, and is
now
a
major tourist destination. Attractions include a pier filled with
seafood
restaurants,
a
world-class
aquarium
, a harbor that is home to an enormous number of seabirds, sea lions, sea otters, seals, and other marine life, the historic Cannery Row, and opportunities for whale watching, kayaking, or other excursions into Monterey Bay.
* '''[[Morro Bay]]''' - This coastal town is best known for the massive 581-foot (177 m) volcanic rock that dominates its harbor, but is also a great spot to see marine mammals and is home to one of California's oldest fine art and craft shows.
* '''[[Morro Bay]]''' - This coastal town is best known for the massive 581-foot (177 m) volcanic rock that dominates its harbor, but is also a great spot to see marine mammals and is home to one of California's oldest fine art and craft shows.
* '''[[Paso Robles]]''' - Paso Robles is a historical resort town known for its hot springs. This city's major industry is wine production, with vineyards located throughout the surrounding area.
* '''[[Paso Robles]]''' - Paso Robles is a historical resort town known for its hot springs. This city's major industry is wine production, with vineyards located throughout the surrounding area.