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Visiting the Anza-Borrego metal sculptures is an experience that blends art, nature, and history.

The Anza-Borrego desert, with its vast and serene landscape, is home to a remarkable collection of metal sculptures that create a striking contrast against the backdrop of arid wilderness. Anza-Borrego Metal Art Photo Story These sculptures, over 130 in number, are the brainchild of artist Ricardo Breceda, whose vision has transformed the Galleta Meadows into […]

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A Journey to Nature’s Paradise to Coyote Canyon in Anza Borrego State Park, California

Coyote Canyon is part of Anza-Borrego wilderness area in Southern California, USA. Coyote Canyon pictures photo gallery The information stand and start of the trail are at the end of Di Giorgio rd that you can follow from Borrego Springs. Coyote Canyon is an excellent location to visit during the spring to see the abundant […]

The Splendor of Spring: Anza-Borrego’s Wildflower Bloom, beautiful spring wildflowers pictures at Anza-Borrego State Park, California

Spring comes early in California. March is a perfect month to enjoy beautiful spring wildflowers in Southern California. Anza-Borrego State Park is famous for its vast fields of these spring beauties. The Splendor of Spring: Anza-Borrego’s Wildflower Bloom Photo Gallery As the winter chill melts away, nature begins to unfurl its vibrant palette, painting the […]

Don’t Miss Festival of Lights at the Mission Inn during Christmas season

The Festival of Lights in Riverside, California, is an annual tradition. The Mission Inn makes a considerable effort to decorate the exterior and interior of the hotel. The festival is free for the general public and is a way to connect and give back to the community. The Mission Inn takes a whole city block, […]

Luxurious Christmas Decor at Mission Inn creates festive mood for everyone

Mission Inn in Riverside, California, is known for its Festival of lights, which runs from the end of November to early January every year. This event is open to the general public and free to visit, enjoy, and get into the Christmas mood. The Mission Inn allows visitors to enter the hotel, where people can […]

Magic Christmas Lights of Naples Island, Long Beach, California

Naples Island in Long Beach, California, is famous for its Christmas decorations. The homeowners compete for the best-decorated house. This event starts in early December and draws large crowds. Christmas Boat Parade is also a famous festive event around the island. Both are beautiful opportunities to see amazing Christmas lights and get into the holiday […]

Christmas Boat Parade on Naples Island, California

Naples Island is a beautiful location in Long Beach, California. The yearly Christmas boat parade is an event not to miss. The boatowners decorate their boats with Christmas lights and other decorations and parade around the central canal. The parade usually happens 1 week before Christmas. You can check the official Christmas Boat Parade page […]

Take a road trip to Lake Hemet area to escape the heat of the desert

Coachella Valley is famous for its music festival, golf, casinos, and restaurants. The mild winters draw many people from Los Angeles and from across the country. Sometimes though the weather can be too hot, even in wintertime, and some of the snowbirds miss snow or just want a break from the heat. One does not […]

Enjoy great nature while hiking at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve

Big Morongo Canyon is named after a native Indian tribe and is very close to the famous Palm Springs in the Coachella Valley. This nature preserve is large and has well-developed hiking trails. The Marsh Trail is a boardwalk and is suitable for wheelchairs. There are various birds and animals to see depending on the […]

Experience Los Angeles shopping at the Grove

If you like shopping or need to get gift ideas and happen to be in Los Angeles, pay a visit to the Grove – a very nice shopping and dining area. The Grove is close to West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. It is just a couple of blocks south of Sunset Boulevard and Santa Monica […]

Take Angeles National Forest Scenic Route and Capture Beautiful Mountain Pictures

Angeles National Forest’s scenic route follows the ridge of the San Gabriel Mountains that overlook greater Los Angeles. This scenic drive is so close to the big city, yet not many tourists venture to take this California road trip into the mountains.  Angeles Crest Scenic Drive Photo Gallery Angeles National Forest is a nature preservation […]

Angeles Crest Highway Scenic Drive, Road Trip Ideas in Southern California

Angeles Crest Highway scenic drive is one of the most beautiful, surprising, and adventurous mountain road trips to explore. California road trip ideas can add lots of fun to your visit to Southern California and offer a wonderful scenic route to enjoy.  FPImages share great traveling tips and mountain pictures of this scenic drive that […]

California road trip ideas, plan trip to Angeles National Forest and visit Newcombs Ranch

Southern California road trip ideas are many. This is the land of freeways and cars. Drive down the Sunset or Hollywood boulevards, and drive to Santa Monica or Malibu. The list goes on. And that list of California road trip ideas would not be complete without the visit to Angeles National Forest. San Gabriel Mountains […]

Plan a trip to scenic Wrightwood and have fun driving along Angels Crest highway

Angels Crest Highway is a fun road north of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel mountains. It is genuinely a driver’s paradise with twists and turns, uphills and downhills. There are always many motorbikes and classic cars here, especially on the weekends. The road climbs all the way to 8,000 feet and, in winter months, […]

Delicious food and colorful Christmas decorations at Evergreen Cafe in Wrightwood, California

Wrightwood, California, is a very small town in San Gabriel Mountains surrounding Los Angeles. It sits right on highway 2, also known as the Angeles Crest highway. This road must be on anyone’s list of things to do when visiting LA. Angels Crest runs from La Canada/Flintridge in the west to pretty much Wrightwood in […]

Los Angeles Farmers Market celebrates holiday season with Christmas decorations

Somewhere between West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, one can find a unique Los Angeles attraction – the farmers’ market. The exact address is Fairfax at the 3-rd street intersection. It is about halfway between Santa Monica Boulevard and Wilshire boulevard. One useful piece of information to plan a trip to the Los Angeles farmers market […]

Outdoor Christmas decorations in Monrovia, CA, 20 Christmas Holidays photos

Monrovia is a small town in the greater Los Angeles area in southern California. It is one of the oldest towns and has a rich history. It is easily accessible via the 210 highway. Monrovia’s main street is south Myrtle Avenue and is a very pleasant walking district full of small shops and restaurants. You […]

Enjoy mountains and desert at 49 Palms oasis hiking trail, 20 nature pictures

Southern California has many great outdoor adventures and Joshua Tree National Park is one not to miss. This park is in a high desert location and its hiking trails in the deserts and mountains draw many outdoor enthusiasts. 49 Palms oasis hike is an easy option to get a taste of the park. To plan […]

Plan a trip to Joshua Tree National park at Oasis of Mara visitors center

Southern California has many attractions and when you plan a trip there please include Joshua Tree National Park on your list. Even if you are not an avid hiker, you can drive through many parts of this park and still enjoy the great outdoors. This visitors center is located just off route 62 also known […]

Abstract Images taken at Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park is a truly magical place and giant redwoods that live for thousands of years represent the symbolism of eternal life, wisdom and reaching for the skies. Abstract images taken at Sequoia National Park will deliver these powerful concepts. Beautiful abstract images will make great desktop backgrounds, they can produce amazing giclee or […]

Sequoia National Park great outdoors, hiking trails in Sierra Nevada Mountains

Sequoia National Park is one of the best outdoor California adventures. Its hiking trails in Sierra Nevada Mountains draw many outdoor enthusiasts. Sequoia National Park is about a 4-hour drive from Los Angeles so when you plan a trip think about accommodations or bring a tent if you plan on camping. Sierra Nevada Mountains will […]

Street Scenes from Santa Monica in California

Santa Monica, California, should be on anyone’s list of places to visit while in the area. This lovely coastal town can be reached via I-10 just off the I-405. Once you get off the exit, go to the intersection of 3-rd street and Broadway. The shopping mall there allows three hours of free parking; after […]

Unusual Architectural Landmarks of California

California is home to some of the best architectural landmarks, which attracts thousands of visitors to the state every year. Many of these landmarks are located in Los Angeles, which is known all over for architectural oddballs like a giant hot dog, a giant chili bowl, and a giant stack of records. One such popular […]

Exploring the Walt Disney Animation Studios

Anyone who is interested in animated movies would want to visit the Walt Disney Animation Studios. With its headquarters in Burbank, California, this American animation studio was established in the year 1923 under the name, Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. Later in the year 1929, the name was changed after it became a part of Walt […]

California missions – the Magnificent Old Mission San Fernando Rey de Espana

California missions are part of catholic church history and historic landmarks that preserve important California history and Spanish architecture. When you plan a trip to California, consider including a visit to California missions in your list of road trip ideas.  Not all Los Angeles attractions are busy and hectic, road trips to museums or historical […]

A Glimpse of the DreamWorks Animation Studios

Located in the gorgeous city of Glendale in the state of California in the United States, DreamWorks Animation is one of the leading animation studios in America. The company has two primary sites, the original feature animation studio in Glendale and the PDI studio located in Redwood City, both in California. This studio now belongs […]

A Peek into the Warner Bros Entertainment World in Hollywood

Warner Bros. Entertainment is a renowned production house producing films, television and music entertainment in America. A short form for Warner Brothers, it is counted amongst the major film studios in America and has headquarters in Burbank, California and New York. It is a subsidiary of the popular Time Warner. Warner Bros. Studios is a […]

Taking a Tour of Hollywood Movie Studios in California

If you are fond of movies, then visiting the Hollywood movie studios must have been a source of fascination for you. After all, where can one see their favorite Hollywood stars in action all the time? The fabled gates of leading Hollywood studios are the place where every star of Hollywood must have passed. The […]

The Pious St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Los Angeles

A magnificent and spiritually enlightening Roman Catholic parish, St. Vincent de Paul Church is a nice place to stop and have a little break while exploring Los Angeles. Considered the Historic-Cultural Monument of Los Angeles, this beautiful church was designed by architect Albert C. Martin, Sr., and was constructed in the 1920s. Located just off […]

Roadside Sculptures- Depicting Novelty Architecture of California

Anyone who has ever been to California would definitely mention the bizarre and weird roadside sculptures across the state. These amazing sculptures signify the novelty architecture of California, for which it is famous all over. The Watts Towers in Los Angeles is a  structure standing higher than 99 feet. The Towers were designated a historical […]

The Magnificent Architecture of Colorado Street Bridge

A historic arch bridge created from concrete, Colorado Street Bridge is a beautiful scenic spot in Pasadena, California, especially among architects. Designed and built by Waddell & Harrington Company in the year 1913, this architectural marvel spans the Arroyo Seco in Pasadena. The drive across this structure is less hectic than on freeway 134 which […]

Discover the Interesting Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

A visit to the famous Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Center for Public Affairs will leave all book lovers amazed. Located in Simi Valley in California, this library also happens to be the final resting place of the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan. The library was built in the year 1988, […]

Living Desert Botanical Garden: Come Close to Nature

The Living Desert was formed in 1970 to help preserve the Palm Desert and maintain the balance of the desert ecosystem. Founded by several trustees of the Palm Springs Desert Museum, this place has a zoo and botanical garden that brings visitors all year round. It is popular with kids mostly, but adults also enjoy […]

Living Desert Zoo: For Excitement Filled Experience in California

Established in the year 1970, the Living Desert located in Palm Springs is should be on the list of places to see while visiting Coachella valley in southern California. This place was established by trustees of the Palm Springs Desert Museum in order to preserve natural surroundings, desert animals and plants, and educate the general […]

Spiritual Experience at Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove

Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove is a church to visit if you would like to have a unique spiritual experience during your visit to Los Angeles. You just can’t miss the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, when visiting Southern California. Located in the beautiful Orange County, this amazing Christian church building is made of reflective […]

Lake Shrine Temple and Retreat: A Peaceful Place for Self Reflection

Located in the beautiful Pacific Palisades in California, Lake Shrine Temple and Retreat is a great place for meditation and self-reflection. Popularly known as “the church of all religions,” this peaceful and serene place holds rich spiritual history and is loved by people of all faiths. Just a short drive away from Los Angeles, this […]

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