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California has much to offer and here we are feature a few attractions and
things to do in California.
Hearst Castle - San Simeon
A fairy tale setting overlooking the Central Californian coast near San
Simeon. Within an estate of manicured gardens the castle was built by newspaper
tycoon William Hearst and contains an amazing antique and fine art
collection.
The
Hearst Corporation deeded Hearst Castle to the State of California in 1957
and Hearst Castle State Historical Monument has become one of California's most
popular parks with well over a million visitors every year. Hearst Castle
has a choice of three daily tours provided by the State of California is the
only way to visit Hearst Castle.span class="content">Tours are for the
reasonably fit as they include a half mile walk and climbing up and down
some 150 to 400 stairs and take less than 2 hours.
Hearst Castle is located on California Highway 1,
about halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, 65 miles south of Big
Sur. Driving time from either city is four to six hours, depending on
traffic and road conditions. Tour prices are from $10.00 for children
and $20.00 for adults. The Castle is closed on Christmas, New Years, and Thanksgiving.
Hurst Castle Website -
State government website.
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San Francisco
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