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The Story of This Abandoned Place in Death Valley, California Is Truly Fascinating

Once a glimmer of promise for fortune seekers, this short-lived mining settlement now stands in eerie silence with only rattlesnakes and sagebrush for company.

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on Dec 4
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The Story of This Abandoned Place in Newark, California Is Truly Fascinating

by Jennifer Brooks-Parker
on Nov 14
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The Most Iconic View in Northern California Is Also a Stunning Slice of History

by Andrea Verschuyl
on Oct 15
The Golden Gate Bridge stretches over the water at sunset.
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The Desert Community in Southern California That Has Long Become Abandoned

by Natasha Kayes
on Sep 24
Abandoned café building with a faded sign, surrounded by desert landscape and graffiti on the walls.
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A Historic Packing House Is Now One Of Southern California’s Best Food Halls

by Natasha Kayes
on Aug 30
A white building with a decorative facade and two domed towers, surrounded by greenery and clear blue skies.

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The Surprising Story Of How One Of Northern California’s Most Famous Rivers Got Its Name

by Kate Freeman
on Mar 11
A serene river flows through a lush green landscape, surrounded by tall trees and misty mountains in the background.
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Crossing This 109-Year-Old Bridge In Southern California Is Like Walking Through History

by Natasha Kayes
on Feb 7
A stone aqueduct with multiple arches, surrounded by trees, under a dramatic sunset sky.
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Most People Don’t Know How These 5 Towns In Southern California Got Their Start

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 18
A historic black-and-white photo of a small town surrounded by mountains, featuring wooden buildings and open fields.
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Few People Know The Real Reason Behind Hollywood Becoming The Film Capital Of The World

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 12
Two men in early 20th-century attire, one operating a large camera, the other observing, outdoors.
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Most People Didn’t Know That The Cobb Salad Was Invented Right Here In Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 11
A colorful salad with chicken, avocado, tomatoes, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs, surrounded by fresh ingredients.
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This Drive-In Movie Theater Is One Of The Most Nostalgic Destinations In Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 5
A large illuminated billboard displays a colorful image of a woman standing among clouds at night, with cars in the foreground.
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A Little-Known Slice Of Southern California History Can Be Found At This Roadside Spot

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 2
Ancient cave paintings on a rocky ceiling, featuring red and black geometric designs and symbols.
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Most People Don’t Know That John Muir’s Gravesite Is Found Right Here In Northern California

by Kate Freeman
on Dec 14
Graveyard with several headstones, including those of John Muir and his wife, surrounded by a metal fence.
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This Iconic Southern California Hamburger Stand Is Part Of Route 66 History And Still Slinging Hand-Pressed Burgers

Irv’s Burgers, a historic burger stand on Route 66 in West Hollywood, has been a beloved local icon since 1946.

by Natasha Kayes
on Jul 19
A colorful burger stand with a sign reading "Irv's Burgers" and a menu displayed on the wall.
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One Of The Oldest Buildings In Northern California Was Built By Franciscan Saint Junipero Serra, And Saved From Disrepair In The Mid 19th Century

Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Río Carmelo in Carmel-By-The-Sea is one of California's oldest and most authentically restored missions, offering a glimpse into the state's history.

by Kate Freeman
on Jul 18
Historic mission building with a bell tower, surrounded by trees and a courtyard, under a cloudy sky.
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With Historic Buildings And Costumed Guides, This Museum In Southern California Is A True Hidden Gem

The Stagecoach Inn Museum in Newbury Park, CA, offers a unique and immersive experience into the area's history with its authentic exhibits and costumed docents.

by Natasha Kayes
on Jun 28
A two-story historic building with a wraparound porch, featuring white siding and decorative columns.
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How 15 Northern California Towns Were Given Their Quirky Names

Northern California is home to towns with quirky names, each with its own unique history and charm.

by Kate Freeman
on Jun 14
A sunny street scene with trees, parked cars, and shops lining the road, set against a backdrop of mountains.
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Northern California Has A Lost Town Most People Don’t Know About

New Idria is a remote ghost town in Northern California known for its historical significance and abandoned mercury mine.

by Kate Freeman
on Jun 7
Abandoned buildings with rusted roofs in a green, hilly landscape, near a dry riverbed.
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Southern California Has A Lost City Most People Don’t Know About

The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes in Southern California hide the remnants of a massive Egyptian movie set created by Cecil B. DeMille for the 1923 film The Ten Commandments.

by Natasha Kayes
on Jun 1
Black and white photo of ancient Egyptian architecture with sphinx statues and palm trees in a desert landscape.
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One Of The Oldest Airports In The U.S., Oakland International Airport In Northern California Is Now 96 Years Old

Oakland International Airport, established in 1927, is one of the oldest continually operating airports in the United States and features significant historical and architectural landmarks.

by Kate Freeman
on May 22
Interior of Oakland International Airport with check-in kiosks and travelers walking by.