Southern California is famous for its relentlessly sunny weather, so
even in the dead of winter one can visit, say, Los Angeles and still
have every opportunity to enjoy decent weather. California is a big
state, though, and weather is more changeable in other parts of the
state. Areas like Lake Tahoe, or the mountains have winter sports and
activities to enjoy in the winter. Winter snows can close roads in the
northern most parts of the state.
Summer remains the peak season for visiting most of the state, but in
most major cities and parks prices and crowds are an issue year-round.
California is as expensive as it is popular.
State Abbreviation: CA
State Capital: Sacramento
Notable Cities: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco
Area: 163,707 square miles (3rd biggest state in the
USA) California Population: 35,893,799 (as of 2004)
Major Industries: Agriculture oil, mining, electronics,
movie making/entertainment, and tourism
California Rivers: Sacramento River, Colorado River,
San Joaquin River
Highest Point: Mt. Whitney, 14,495 feet (4,418 m) above
sea level.
Origin of the Name California: The name California
comes from a mythical Spanish island ruled by a queen called Califia.
State Nickname: The Golden State
State Motto: Eureka!
State Song: "I Love You, California"
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