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  • Shiva Vishnu Temple and Saibaba Temple, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    Shiva Vishnu Temple and Saibaba Temple, San Diego, CA, USA - Pictures
    Shiva Vishnu Temple and Saibaba Temple, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    Shiva Vishnu Temple(Vedic Cultural and Spiritual Center) of San Diego was established in the year 2000 to serve the devotional cultural and spiritual needs of the San Diego community in accordance with distinctly Vedic traditions. One of the main focus of the temple is to foster Hindu values among the children and youths living in this country and create an awareness among them of Indias eternal and priceless spiritual heritage and richness of our cultural traditions.
    9252, Miramar Road, San Diego, CA 92126.

    Shri Saibaba of Shirdi lived between 1838 and 1918, whose real name, birthplace and date of birth are not known. An Indian spiritual guru and a fakir , Saibaba of Shirdi was regarded with great reverence by both Hindu and Muslim followers. He lived in a mosque and after death his body was cremated in a temple. Both temples are next to each other.
    9252 Miramar Rd #6, San Diego, CA 92126.

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  • Mission Beach, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    Mission Beach, San Diego, CA, USA - Pictures
    Mission Beach, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    3000 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109.

    Nestled between Pacific Beach on the north side, and Belmont Park on its southern side, Mission Beach offers a lively and robust variety of activities in the sun, surf and sand. From hot dog stands to fine dining eateries, hot night clubs to street performers, expect to find all kinds of free-spirited beach goers in a fun, carnival-like atmosphere along the sandy shores.

    Popular Activities

    * Visiting Belmont Park – roller coaster, bumper cars, arcade
    * Riding the artificial wave at the Wave House
    * Surfing, boogie boarding, kite boarding
    * Swimming, but in designated areas in the summer. Watch for signs.
    * Fishing off of the Mission Bay jetty
    * Walking, jogging and bicycling on the boardwalk

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  • Cabrillo National Monument(Point Loma), San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    Cabrillo National Monument(Point Loma), San Diego, CA, USA - Pictures
    Cabrillo National Monument(Point Loma), San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    Climbing out of his boat and onto shore in 1542, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo stepped into history as the first European to set foot on what is now the West Coast of the US. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Cabrillo National Monument lies at the tip of the Point Loma Peninsula, just west of the city of San Diego.

    Address – 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106.

    The low tide time if you wish to explore the tidepools. The Visitor Center is a good place to start your exploration of the park. A short walk leads to the Old Point Loma Lighthouse.

    A little south of the Lighthouse is the Whale Overlook. This vantage point offers pleasant views of the Pacific Ocean and the New Point Loma Lighthouse. Whales are often seen from here in January and February.

    On the west side of the park, accessible by car only, is a beautiful coastal area. Birding is popular year round, and during extreme low tides visitors enjoy exploring the intertidal zone.

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  • SeaWorld, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    SeaWorld, San Diego, CA, USA - Pictures
    SeaWorld, San Diego, CA, USA – Pictures

    SeaWorld San Diego opened on March 21 1964. Spread out over more than 189 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld San Diego is known for spectacular animal shows, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides and dining facilities. Park hours and show schedules are updated periodically. Most shows are approximately 20-25 minutes in duration. It is recommended to arrive 15-20 minutes before showtime, earlier on busy days, to find a seat.

    Experience some of the most thrilling San Diego attractions at SeaWorld, where you can ride the ray on our double-launch roller coaster Manta, take in amazing live shows and enjoy special attractions such as Turtle Reef and the Shark Encounter. Most importantly, SeaWorld is about animals: From Shamu to sea lions, polar bears to penguins and bottlenose dolphins to beluga whales, marine life abounds!

    Address : 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA 92109.

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  • Coronado Beach(San Diego), Coronado, CA, USA – Pictures

    Coronado Beach(San Diego), Coronado, CA, USA - Pictures
    Coronado Beach(San Diego), Coronado, CA, USA – Pictures

    Addr : 5000 Highway 75, Coronado, CA 92118.

    Silver Strand State Beach features extensive beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay. Combined with the areas mild climate, the beaches make Silver Strand one of the areas finest recreation destinations. Camping, swimming, surfing, boating, water-skiing, volleyball, and picnicking are popular activities. Anglers can fish for perch, corbina, grunion and yellow-fin croaker.

    Park facilities include four large parking lots, which can accommodate up to 1,000 vehicles. Restroom and cold showers are available on each side of the park. Beach restrooms are for Day-Use visitors.

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  • Silver Strand State Beach, Coronado, CA, USA – Pictures

    Silver Strand State Beach, Coronado, CA, USA - Pictures
    Silver Strand State Beach, Coronado, CA, USA – Pictures

    Addr : 5000 Highway 75, Coronado, CA 92118.

    Silver Strand State Beach features extensive beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay. Combined with the areas mild climate, the beaches make Silver Strand one of the areas finest recreation destinations. Camping, swimming, surfing, boating, water-skiing, volleyball, and picnicking are popular activities. Anglers can fish for perch, corbina, grunion and yellow-fin croaker.

    Park facilities include four large parking lots, which can accommodate up to 1,000 vehicles. Restroom and cold showers are available on each side of the park. Beach restrooms are for Day-Use visitors.

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  • Imperial Beach, CA, USA – Pictures

    Imperial Beach, CA, USA - Pictures
    Imperial Beach, CA, USA – Pictures

    Imperial Beach, the most southwesterly city in the continental USA. Flanked by the Pacific Ocean and South San Diego Bay, this town is nestled between miles of uncrowded beaches, big surf and unparalleled open space and wetlands teeming with wildlife. There is much to see and do in Imperial Beach from swimming or surfing at the beach, to a walking tour of public art, to a nature walk and bird watching experience at the world-renowned Tijuana Estuary or to simply relax and enjoy our beautiful sunsets.

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  • The San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido, CA, USA – Pictures

    The San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido, CA, USA - Pictures
    The San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido, CA, USA – Pictures

    15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, California 92027.

    The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is an expansive wildlife sanctuary that is home to more than 3,500 animals representing more than 400 species. Its renowned botanical collection represents 3,500 species and 1.5 million specimens. Over half of the Parks 1,800 acres (730 hectares) have been set aside as protected native species habitat. It is located 30 miles (48 kilometers) north of downtown San Diego in the San Pasqual Valley.

    San Diego Zoo Global is the largest zoological membership association in the world, with more than 250,000 member households and 130,000 child memberships, representing more than a half million people. Members enjoy free admission to the Zoo and the Safari Park, a subscription to the monthly magazine ZOONOOZ, and other benefits. Both Zoo and Park are open every day of the year.

    They are committed to saving species worldwide by uniting their expertise in animal care and conservation science with their dedication to inspiring passion for nature.

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  • I-5 Southbound Aliso Creek Rest Area, Aliso Creek, CA, USA – Pictures

    I-5 Southbound Aliso Creek Rest Area, Aliso Creek, CA, USA - Pictures
    I-5 Southbound Aliso Creek Rest Area, Aliso Creek, CA, USA – Pictures

    A rest area, travel plaza, rest stop, or service area is a public facility, located next to a large thoroughfare such as a highway, expressway, or freeway at which drivers and passengers can rest, eat, or refuel without exiting on to secondary roads. Facilities may include park-like areas, fuel stations, restrooms, and restaurants. A rest area or rest stop with limited or no public facility is a parking area or scenic area.

    The most basic rest areas have no facilities: they consist solely of an exit from the highway that leads to a roadway with paved shoulders, where drivers can rest, look at their maps, or use cell phones.

    The standards and upkeep of rest areas facilities vary. Rest areas also have parking areas allotted for buses, tractor-trailer trucks (big rigs), and recreational vehicles. The locations of rest areas are usually marked by signs on the highway; for example, a sign may read, Next Rest Stop 10 miles or Next Rest Area 25 miles.

    Driving information is usually available at these locations, such as posted maps and other local information. Some rest areas have visitor information centers or highway patrol or state trooper stations with staff on duty.

    There might also be drinking fountains, vending machines, pay telephones, restrooms, a gas station, a restaurant, or a convenience store at a rest area. Some states provide Wi-Fi access at their state-owned rest areas. Rest areas tend to have traveler information in the form of so-called exit guides, which often contain very basic maps and advertisements for motels and tourist attractions.

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  • Annual India Republic Day Celebration and Festival, Fremont, CA, USA – Pictures

    Annual India Republic Day Celebration and Festival, Fremont, CA, USA - Pictures
    Annual India Republic Day Celebration and Festival, Fremont, CA, USA – Pictures

    Performance Pavilion, Lake Elizabeth / Central Park, 40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, California 94538.

    One of the three national holidays in India, Republic Day commemorates the Constitution of India, which came into effect on January 26, 1950.
    The holiday is celebrated in the national capital, New Delhi, with a parade in the presence of Indias President. The Prime Minister also lays a floral wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti memorial in remembrance of fallen soldiers.

    * Sat, Feb 6th 2016 : 9 AM to 3 PM
    * Kids Painting/Art Competition – 9 to 1 pm
    * Laughter Yoga by Manoj Joshi
    * Talent Contest 9 am to 1 pm – Dance, Music, Singing, Public Speaking
    * Cultural Performances and dances from states of India and Bollywood
    * Awards, national anthems, speaches
    * Supported by 60+ community orginizations
    * FREE Lunch Pizza and Juice served for all Kids around 12 pm
    * FREE Lunch Served for all Parents , Adults around 1 pm

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