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“The Crucifixion” – the Largest Painting Ever Painted

Last Modified: August 23, 2023 //  by Anda //  39 Comments

Somewhere in the Verdugo Hills, between Downtown Los Angeles and Glendale, lies the largest religious painting ever painted: The Crucifixion. The painting is displayed in the Hall of the Crucifixion, a massive structure which is part of the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale. At the top of the building is a huge cross that lights …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Los Angeles, Unique Places Around the World

image depicting the California super bloom

California Super Bloom – Where and Where to See It

Last Modified: April 20, 2023 //  by Anda //  25 Comments

Spring is undeniably a perfect time in Southern California, when even the arid desert comes to life. And as spring is approaching, so is the potential for wild flowers and even a vibrant California “super bloom” in some areas. But what is a super bloom? The “super bloom” is a phenomenon where California’s deserts get …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Travel Tips

Pasadena Rose Parade

The Ultimate Guide to the Pasadena Rose Parade

Last Modified: August 23, 2023 //  by Anda //  3 Comments

The Rose Parade, also known as the Tournament of Roses Parade, is an annual tradition in Pasadena, California. The event takes place every year on New Year’s day, rain or shine. If New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, the parade will take place on Monday, January 2nd. The Rose Parade in Pasadena is one …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Travel Tips

Top-Rated Attractions in Santa Barbara, California

Last Modified: January 12, 2023 //  by Anda //  20 Comments

Celebrities, beaches, wine, red tiles and beautiful gardens are just some of the things that made the relaxed town of Santa Barbara famous. Most visitors to the city spend their time at the beach or near the fancy boutiques along State Street, which is also home to some of the fanciest Airbnbs in Santa Barbara. But there are …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Visiting Mission San Antonio de Padua in California

Last Modified: July 11, 2023 //  by Anda //  13 Comments

Just a few miles north of Paso Robles, in the middle of the Hunter-Liggett Military Base, lies the most remote mission in California. Mission San Antonio de Padua was the 3rd mission build by Father Junipero Serra, the Franciscan priest who founded the first nine of the 21 Spanish missions between downtown San Francisco and San Diego. A Brief History of …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Castles and Fortresses

Hearst Castle

The Captivating History of Hearst Castle and its Controversial ‘King’

Last Modified: August 25, 2023 //  by Anda //  43 Comments

Coastal California has always been a place of big affluence and monster mansions. But nothing comes close to Hearst Castle, the glamorous San Simeon estate of William R. Hearst, a newspaper magnate who made history in the early 1900s. There are many tales and unpublished anecdotes about Hearst Castle, but perhaps the most intriguing one is its own.

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Castles and Fortresses

La Bellasera Hotel & Suites

La Bellasera Hotel & Suites – Luxury Accommodations in Paso Robles

Last Modified: January 5, 2022 //  by Anda //  15 Comments

I was kind of worn out as we pulled in front of the four-story building of La Bellasera Hotel that afternoon. Traffic had been a nightmare on Highway 101, coming from Los Angeles. I could hardly wait to kick off my shoes and hop on a clean bed. The lustrous marble floors of the lobby gleamed like polished bronze …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, OTHER TOPICS, Reviews, United States

Hiking the Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail

Last Modified: August 23, 2023 //  by Anda //  17 Comments

If you are ever in Palm Springs, California, don’t miss the Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail, one of the most beautiful areas of the in the Sonoran Desert of the Coachella Valley. This 2 mile loop that travels through a dramatic desert landscape on a narrow rocky trail is one of the hidden gems in the USA. …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Hiking trips

View of Lake Arrowhead

Best Things to Do in Lake Arrowhead, California (a local’s guide)

Last Modified: February 1, 2023 //  by Anda //  24 Comments

Los Angeles is a place like no other: rich with arts and culture, close to beautiful beaches, national parks, and cozy mountain retreats. One of these mountain resorts is the quaint Lake Arrowhead, just 80 miles away from L.A. downtown. Sitting at an elevation of almost 6,000 feet, Lake Arrowhead is a great resource of recreational …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

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