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Discover California - an Introduction
Located on the west coast of the United States of America, California is like a country onto its own. Easily the most populated of state, California is home to some of the largest cities in the world. These cities are famous for setting trends and staying at the forefront of innovation.
Once you leave the cities behind, California opens up to a countryside full of diverse and unparalleled nature. From end-to-end California’s landscape changes drastically – giant redwood forests, engulfing granite cliffs and fertile valley farm land dominate this state. It is easy to be absorbed by the vast stretches of stunning nature California has to offer.
California - in a Glance
California - in a Sentence

Quick Facts About California
Currency
Is the US Dollar (USD)
Capital
Capital City is Sacramento
Language
Is English
Drinking
Legal age is 21
Smoking
Legal age is 18
Time
Pacific Time Zone, UTC -8:00
Electric
Plug type A and B, which is two flat pins in a vertical alignment
110 Volt AC outlets at 60 Hz
Driving
Is on the RIGHT side of the road
Best time to visit California
Year-round! California offers 4 distinct seasons with plenty to do.
Must See & Do in California
- Yosemite National Park.
- The USS Midway museum.
- Venice Beach.
Travel Tips for California
Hostels in the major cities are expensive. Try your hand at Couchsurfing or if you are more than one person rent a campervan to save on accommodation and gain the freedom to explore!
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