headlineCalifornia’s Fascinating History
Travel back in time with host Soterios Johnson to get a taste of what the Golden State was like long ago
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So You Think You Know San Diego?
Head beyond the beaches and brewpubs to discover a landscape dotted with culture, gardens, and vineyards
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8 California Oddities
Atlas Obscura cofounder Dylan Thuras shares a few of his favorite quirky attractions
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Discover the History of San Francisco, L.A., and San Diego
With both famous landmarks and hidden treasures, the past is present in California’s major cities
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Trinity County
Hike to peaks and waterfalls, paddle rivers and lakes, and delve into little-known California history in this outdoorsy paradise
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So You Think You Know Sacramento?
America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital is full of secrets and surprises—you just need to know where to look
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Tehama County
Visit America's olive capital, taste foothill-grown produce and wine, and discover Red Bluff's historic heritage
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California's Top Performance Spaces
Striking, state-of-the-art venues for taking in world-class entertainment
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9 Midcentury Modern Icons in Greater Palm Springs
9 Midcentury Modern Icons in Greater Palm Springs
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