Many experienced travelers say that the West Coast of the United States is a completely different America. People here are more relaxed, the atmosphere is more inclined towards spending money than making it. There is no bustle of New York or Chicago, no pathos of Boston or Philadelphia, but there is the natural beauty of countless national parks, the sophistication of San Francisco, the gloss of Los Angeles and the recklessness of Las Vegas. The influence of Spanish-speaking culture on the West Coast of the United States is much stronger than on the East Coast; one might even say that Spanish is the second language here after English, which local residents speak fluently. But even on the West Coast of the USA itself there are cultural differences. For example, Seattle is not as influenced by Mexican traditions as, say, San Diego. The climate also varies significantly from north to south. Even though it's only a half-hour flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, the air temperature can vary greatly: when flying out of the City of Angels in a T-shirt, don't forget to bring a long sleeve sweater to windy San Francisco.

1.Seattle

Seattle is located in Washington state and is a major seaport. Situated between the Pacific Bay and the lake, in close proximity to the Cascade Mountains, Seattle in the USA has great recreational conditions. Many city dwellers prefer to go out into nature on weekends, especially since the nature in these places is so rich and diverse: someone goes to the Olympic Peninsula to breathe the sea air and take part in the numerous cultural events held here, someone goes fishing on Lake Washington or Sammamish, and some go to the mountains in the summer to hike and climb, and in the winter to snowboard. Seattle itself in the USA is spread over several hills, which is why each area has significant self-sufficiency. Seattle is sometimes called the "city of neighborhoods." Perhaps the most famous landmark of the city is the tower « Space Needle”, made in the shape of a kind of needle extending into the sky. On cloudless days, from the Space Needle observation deck you can see not only the outskirts of the city, but even the Cascade Mountains, Mount Rainier and Elliot Bay. The tower is open daily from 10.00 to 21.30. You can buy tickets online on the official website; a single ticket for an adult will cost $22.

In addition to the Space Needle, the city center is literally filled with skyscrapers: the Smith Tower, the Columbia Center, and the Washington Mutual Tower. Seattle in the USA successfully combines futurist architecture, however, it cannot be called concrete and soulless, because... the city is surrounded by dense evergreen forests, and the city itself has many green park areas. No wonder Seattle's unofficial name is the Emerald City. The city hosts many festivals and cultural events throughout the year, so tourists often time their visit to coincide with these events. Seattle hosts an annual international film festival, a folklore festival, Bon Odori dance events, food battles, and numerous maritime-themed sports competitions. Annual attractions include the Seattle Art Museum and Woodland Zoo.

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2.Lake Tahoe

The length of this amazing fresh lake is as much as 35 km! It is the 11th deepest lake in the world! Most of it is located in the state of California in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Surrounded by coniferous forests and wet meadows, Lake Tahoe has a unique microclimate. The closest city to the lake is Carson City, and it is most convenient to plan your trip from there. The most beautiful places in Lake Tahoe are Emerald Bay on the west side and Secret Beach on the Nevada side. Both of these attractions are included in the 270-kilometer circular tourist route. It is worth coming here both in summer and winter. In summer, sailing is developed here, and many competitions take place. Parasailing and scuba diving are also popular here.

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3.Yosemite

Yosemite National Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. It’s not surprising, because on 3000 sq. km there are rocky mountains, dense forests, giant sequoias, waterfalls, fields, lakes, groves and numerous species of animals and birds. A trip to Yosemite is a favorite activity for local American families on vacation or vacation. The park is also popular with tourists; it has a developed transport infrastructure. If it is not possible to rent a car (and many Americans rent cars with trailers), then regular buses run from the nearest towns of Merced, El Portal, and Mariposa to Yosemite Valley. The park itself can also be explored on special free shuttle buses, although they only run in the summer. The most popular places to visit the park among travelers are Yosemite Valley, the Falls and Glacier Point.

Yosemite Valley is a huge meadow surrounded by rocky mountains. From the valley you can climb to the two-stage Yosemite Falls, whose height is a total of more than 500 meters. Also in the valley is the Mirror Lake, which is of interest to tourists, in the waters of which the very rocks surrounding the valley are reflected. In addition to Yosemite Falls, there are several more slightly smaller waterfalls in the valley - Nevada, Vernal, Ribbon, Bridalveil. You can look at the valley from above by going up to the Glacier Point observation deck, from here the valley with the waterfalls is clearly visible. The routes around Yosemite Valley are perhaps the most popular and are easily accessible by car or free buses. To see the giant sequoias, you need to enter the park from its south side. The redwood grove is located near the settlement of Wawona.

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4. Sequoia Park

Sequoia National Park is located in California on the southern slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and is famous for its giant sequoias. Some of the specimens are considered the largest trees on Earth. The largest of them is the General Sherman tree, the second largest is the General Grant. You can visit Sequoia Park all year round; you can get to the park by private car along 2 routes - the main route No. 180 and the southwestern route No. 198. There are also special shuttles here, this option is suitable for those who are not driving.

Shuttles operate from the nearby cities of Visalia and Three Rivers. This trip will cost $15. It is advisable to book seats in shuttles in advance on the official website, because... There are always a lot of people willing. There are free shuttles inside Sequoia Park. These free buses can take you along 5 different routes within the park. It will also be useful to use the official website because every year there is a schedule of days on which admission to the park is free. On other days, entry to Sequoia Park by car will cost $20, individual entry will cost $10.

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5.San Francisco

People come from San Francisco for various reasons: some want to be in an atmosphere of free views and morals, some are attracted by the romance of the fogs rising over the Golden Gate Bridge, others have long dreamed of taking a walk in the Western Addition area, where friends are huddled closely together to a friend’s Victorian-style house, but someone decided to see modern America, fortunately in San Francisco there is a huge Soma skyscraper district. When coming to the city, you need to remember that San Francisco, despite its friendliness towards tourists, is a metropolis with a population of up to 8 million people, which makes orientation in the city very problematic, at least at first. The best way to get your bearings is to understand the local zoning system. San Francisco is divided into 14 districts.

The most notable areas for tourists will be the Golden Gate areas (the embankments of the Marina District, Pacific Heights and Cow Hollow offer the best views of the Golden Gate Bridge), Fisherman Wharf (the so-called fishing pier, from where excursion boats depart to Alcatraz Island and where there are many sea restaurants), Nob Hill (the historical area where those same cable trams run), some might be interested in checking out the colorful Chinatown area, while others, on the contrary, in Union Square, the financial center of the city, Western Addition ( area of ​​Victorian buildings), Heights (former hippie area), Ocean Beach (area of ​​the famous beach near the Golden Gate Bridge, popular among surfers). To complete the cultural program, it is worth going to the Museum of Modern Art or the Museum of Fine Arts, each of them has its own noteworthy collection. A popular entertainment for city residents is visiting various fairs and festivals. It hosts the annual Carnival, Lovefest rave, Castro Street Fair, Union Street Art Festival, Haight-Ashbury Fair and much more.

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6.Los Angeles

The City of Angels is the second largest metropolitan area in the United States and is considered a renowned center for film and television production. The city is located on the shores of Santa Monica Bay and is surrounded by small mountain ranges, which makes Los Angeles' microclimate unique. The climate here is mild most of the year, with the majority of sunny days a year. However, the city is located in a seismically active zone due to the San Andreas Fault, which runs through the city. Los Angeles has an extremely complex zoning system. The areas are scattered, there is simply no city center in the traditional sense, plus there are many satellite towns around Los Angeles, which some also consider areas of the city itself. In total, there are about 80 districts in the metropolis!

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The West Coast of the United States is a distinctive region of the United States, and its contrasts are striking. Differences in climatic conditions, ethnic composition, and natural conditions make the region unique and unlike anything else. The lifestyle here is more leisurely than on the East Coast, here people pay more attention to their physical fitness, active recreation, and all kinds of entertainment. It’s worth coming here at least once in your life to feel the spirit of freedom and tolerance, see the beauty of the Pacific Coast, take a walk in unique national parks, relax on the beaches of Los Angeles and recharge with the solar energy of California.

Practical and eventful travels to you!

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Most people who are planning their first trip to Russia wonder: which coast of America to choose? After all, the USA is a huge country and a huge number of attractions and desirable objects that you want to see are located on both sides of the country!

To immediately answer the main question, which coast to choose, I will say this. If you love cities, choose the east; if you love nature, turn your attention to the west!

US East Coast

1. New York

Let's start with the fact that the east coast of the United States has a big advantage - it's New York. A huge and incredibly interesting city, which can hardly be compared with any other city in the United States or on the entire planet. It is very difficult to talk about New York in a few words. But, if you want to get to the most sleepless metropolis, if you dreamed of walking along such familiar streets where they were filmed "Sex and the City", "Breakfast at Tiffany's", "Autumn in New York" and hundreds or even thousands more of your favorite films, meet people of different nationalities and religions, come to New York! This city charges you with energy, positive emotions and the belief that you can really do everything and achieve success!

1. Niagara Falls

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If you find yourself in New York, then organize a trip to Niagara Falls. From New York to Niagara it takes about 5-7 hours by car or 9 hours by bus. I won’t talk about the beauty of Niagara Falls, you just have to see the waterfall! Instead, I'll give you some practical advice. Many argue that there is no point in looking at Niagara from the United States, since the waterfall is located on the US side and is better visible from the shores of Canada. That's right! The waterfall is really better visible from the coast of Canada. But, the magical steamboat Maid of Mist goes to the waterfall, which collects passengers from both Canada and the States. Having taken a ticket for such a boat, you sail straight to the waterfall and see everything perfectly!

1. Washington

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If you're on the east coast, don't miss out on a trip to the capital! However, before you go, do some research about museums in the city. If you are not a big fan of museums, then one day will be enough for you - you will visit the Capitol, stroll along the National Mall to George Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, you'll see White House and this, in principle, may be enough. If, while preparing for your trip, you realized that you are interested in several museums in the capital, then do not hesitate and take 2 days for Washington - one for the sights, the second for the museums.

1. Miami

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Sunbathe on one of the beaches Miami Beach the dream of beach lovers all over the world! And those who love hot and cool parties dream of going to one of them in Miami - a city where the fun never ends. There is also no winter in Miami; the ocean here is always warm, unlike the west coast, where you can swim “without pain” only in southern California. Also, many cruises to exotic islands begin their journey in Miami.

1. Orlando

Orlando is a beautiful city in the state of Florida, which is home to Disney World and Universal Studio Park. Not worth considering Disney World like a park for children. In this magical place, everyone becomes a child, including adult uncles and aunts. Both parks have a huge number of attractions and entertainment. The difference is that Disney attractions are based on popular Disney cartoons and films, while Universal Studio attractions are based on popular Universal films. Choose what you like best and go on an adventure.

1. Florida Keys

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Florida Keys is a chain of small islands in the southern United States, connected by one large bridge. The color of the water here is “from a bounty advertisement”, the atmosphere of complete relaxation and bliss is very quiet, calm and peaceful. Spend time on one of the beaches of the Florida Keys, take an excursion on a glass-bottom boat, and get acquainted with the beautiful underwater world of the Atlantic Ocean. And, of course, rent a convertible and drive to Key West - the southernmost city in the USA and enjoy the sunset!

West Coast USA

1. Los Angeles

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If you are planning your trip to Los Angeles, I highly recommend you rent a car. Because despite the fact that Los Angeles is a city, getting around by public transport is very difficult.

In Los Angeles you can organize a very interesting and rich program. Go to the famous beach Santa Monica. If you're lucky, you might even be able to swim in the ocean - if the water is warm or if you're not afraid of cold temperatures. You can also go to Disneyland or park Universal. Universal is located in the city itself, DisneyLand is 30 minutes south of Los Angeles.

Of course, it’s worth taking a walk along Hollywood Boulevard along the Avenue of Stars, going to the inscription Hollywood, drive around the Beverly Hills area, take a tour of celebrity homes, or visit the theater where the Oscar ceremony takes place.

1. San Francisco

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San Francisco is a special, cozy and very sunny city. Be sure to take a walk on Pier 39, eat fish soup Clam Chowder and watch lazy fur seals sunbathing in the sun right next to the pier. Be sure to take a ride on the famous tram along the steep slopes of the city, and walk down the steepest street in the world - Lombard Street. And of course, take a walk to the Golden Gate Bridge and take pictures with the real symbol of the city.

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1. Las Vegas

It's very simple. Do you want to get rich suddenly? Go to Las Vegas! If you don't like gambling, just take a walk around the casino and get acquainted with this huge industry. Be sure to wander around Las Vegas at night, it shines like a Christmas tree. Visit several shows, including singing fountains. Well, if you want extreme sports, then go on a cool attraction on the roof of the Stratosphere tower.

1. Grand Canyon

The beauty and uniqueness of this place is hard to forget! Even those who have never been here admire it! There are many ways to spend time at the Grand Canyon. You can take a walking tour or book a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon and enjoy all the beauty of this place from a bird's eye view (by the way, I highly recommend it)

1. Redwood Park

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This is where the redwood trees grow bigger and thicker! Some trees are so large that a car can easily drive through them, and to hug such a tree, you will need a company of 10-15 people. This is an incredibly beautiful and green place where you can truly understand the grandeur, power and beauty of nature.

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We followed the Cascade Mountains, some distance from the Pacific Ocean. We now head up the coast to the Coast Ranges of the three Pacific US states.

California Coast Ranges - Symbols of America

The California Coast Ranges stretch over 800 km and consist of four chains of parallel short ranges separated by valleys and transverse mountains. Parallel ridges are characterized by low, smooth relief forms: their peaks usually do not exceed 1500 m. Transverse mountains rise above 3000 m.

On the southern edge of the Coast Ranges, in the area of ​​Los Angeles and San Diego, are Transverse ridges, so named because of their east-west orientation, while most coastal mountains are oriented in a north-south direction. In addition, they differ from other ridges of the Pacific coast geologically - in rock composition and age. Part of the Transverse Ranges are the Santa Monica Mountains, which include the Hollywood Hills. On the southern slope of Mount Hollywood is the Griffith Observatory, whose observation deck offers views of Los Angeles and the famous inscription. The huge Los Angeles metropolitan area occupies a basin at the foot of the Transverse Ranges - the only stretch of coastal plain.

Along the west coast of the United States - from southern California, through Oregon, to the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state - runs Pacific Coast Highway, which includes US-101 and California SR-1. Along its 2,500 km, numerous scenic sections of the highway are located where the Coast Ranges rise above the Pacific Ocean. The Pacific Coast Highway is widely known through popular culture; it is one of the symbols of the American way of life along with the famous Route 66. By the way, Highway 66- "Main Street America" ​​- ends on the Pacific coast in Santa Monica.

Big Sur in California, 140 km long - a very popular part of the Pacific Coast Highway. Sandwiched between Los Angeles and San Francisco between the mountains and ocean, the road runs along one of the most picturesque coastlines in the world.

Built in the 1930s, the Big Sur Viaducts are some of the most photographed sites on the West Coast.

Near the coast of Morro Bay there is a 177-meter cliff Morro Rock ancient volcanic origin. In 1542, the rock was discovered and mapped by the first European to reach the coast of modern California, the Portuguese navigator and conquistador Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. Since then, Morro Rock has long served as an important landmark for European sailors exploring the Pacific coast of the New World.

On the Pacific coast you can see a sea lion rookery.

North of Big Sur, the low Santa Cruz Mountains of the Pacific Coast Ranges separate the Pacific Ocean from San Francisco Bay and the Santa Clara Valley, home to the famous Silicon Valley. Silicon Valley- world center of high technologies. In one of the towns in the valley, with the telling name Mountain View, the main office of Google is located.

A magnificent view of the Golden Gate Bridge - another symbol of America - opens from the observation deck Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The recreation area covers 95 km of the San Francisco Bay and Pacific coastline.

At the entrance to San Francisco Bay is Point Bonita Lighthouse, built in 1855.

Behind the lighthouse there is another observation deck - to the Pacific coast.

North of San Francisco is redwood national park, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The area of ​​natural distribution of mahogany from the cypress family is preserved in the park. These trees are the tallest on our planet: in 2006, a specimen with a height of 115.5 m was discovered in Redwood National Park.

There are several trees in the park that you can drive through by car.

Pacific coast of northern California no less picturesque than Big Sur.

This is also where Fort Ross- a former Russian settlement and wooden fortress founded by the Russian-American Company for fishing and fur trading in 1812. Fort Ross was the southernmost Russian settlement in North America. It is now a California State Historic Park.

Oregon Coast Ranges - Classic Headlands

The Oregon Coast Ranges are low, flattened mountains ranging from 600 to 1200 m in height, only in the south of the state Klamath Mountains rise to an altitude of 2751 m. About 30 species of coniferous species grow in this area, making the Klamath one of the richest coniferous forest species in the world.

Pacific Coast in Oregon- another picturesque coastline.

Located on one of the capes along the Oregon coast Heceta Head lighthouse, built in 1894. The light at the top of the 17-meter lighthouse is visible 34 km away - the strongest beam of light on the Oregon Coast.

Observation deck Cape Perpetua at an altitude of 240 m above the ocean. The high, steep rise above the ocean is a typical headland on the Pacific Northwest coast. On a clear day, up to 70 miles of Oregon coastline can be seen from the cape.

Cape Foulweather.

On the Oregon coast is Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area- a sandy landscape formed over millions of years under the influence of wind, sun and water erosion. This is the largest area of ​​coastal dunes in North America; some dunes reach a height of 150 m.

Washington Coast Ranges - from alpine meadows to rainforest

In the northwest of Washington state, on the Olympic Peninsula, is the national park of the same name, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List due to its biological diversity. Thanks to the long-term isolation of the peninsula from the vast mainland spaces, a unique flora and fauna has formed here: 15 endemic animal species and 8 endemic plant species are still found in the park.

On the territory olympic national park there are lakes, virgin forests and alpine meadows. In the center of the park there is a mountain range, the maximum height of which, Mount Olympic, reaches 2724 m. The slopes of these mountains are highly dissected, and there are many glaciers in the upper zone.

The Olympic Mountains divide the park into western and eastern parts, determining their different climatic conditions. The western part of the park receives the most rainfall in the United States, resulting in tropical forest growth, while the eastern part has a dry climate.

The park territory includes a section of the Pacific Ocean coast.

Between the Olympic Mountains and the Cascade Range a system of bays or, more precisely, a system of flooded glacial valleys has formed Puget Sound, part of the Salish Sea that separates Vancouver Island from northwestern Washington State and British Columbia.

Deception Pass Bridge in one of the Puget Sound bays.

Mostly they evoke associations with skyscrapers rising above canyons of noisy streets crowded with cars and crowds of people. This is partly true. But the Wild West, even in the twenty-first century, still bears the imprint of that wild land and “one-story America” that Westerns demonstrate. Outside of several huge centers of civilization, such as Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles and others, there are endless prairies, dense forests, mountains and canyons. And the Indians? They are also present. Some communities prefer the old way of life, which adds a certain flavor to visiting their reservations. In this article we will take a virtual trip along the west coast of the United States. We will cover several thousand kilometers, traveling from Alaska in the north to California in the south (while passing the territory of Canada).

Which territories are considered to be the west coast of the United States?

Oddly enough, there is no consensus on this matter. For example, the Sierra Nevada and the Mojave Desert are considered to be on the west coast. Arizona and Nevada do not have access to the Pacific Ocean. But they are also classified as West Coast because they have strong climatic and cultural influences from states such as Washington, Oregon and California. Hawaii is washed on all sides by the Pacific Ocean. But the archipelago is not adjacent to the North American mainland. Alaska has no land border with the rest of the country. Based on its location on the map, it can be compared with the Kaliningrad region of Russia. And, although the main states on the west coast of the United States are California, Washington and Oregon, Alaska can also be included among them. Let's start our virtual journey from the very north.

Sights of Alaska

The northwest coast of the United States, this harsh polar region, is the largest state in the country. Its area is one million and seven hundred thousand square kilometers. People go to the far north of the United States primarily for extreme sports and communication with wild nature. There are more than enough of the last ones here. Indeed, in addition to the mainland, the state of Alaska also includes the completely wild or semi-inhabited Pribilof, the Alexander Archipelago, and St. Lawrence. The Gold Rush did little to change the landscapes of this northern region. People come here to watch the polar lights, ride along narrow fjords, and conquer glacier-covered mountain peaks. also called the Land of the Midnight Sun is Juneau. But the city most visited by tourists is Anchorage. People come to Juneau to get acquainted with the life of gold miners of the nineteenth century. And to get in touch with the culture of local Indian tribes, they head to the city of Ketchikan. But Alaska's main wealth is its natural parks. The most famous is Denali. Its vast territory also includes the highest point of the peninsula - Mount McKinley. Other notable national parks are Wrangell, Glacier Bay and Kenai Fjord.

Washington State

Now let's move through Canada to the west coast of the United States. In its very north we are greeted by the forty-second state of the country - Washington. The capital of the territory is Olympia, but the largest city is Seattle. People come to Washington, like Alaska, for natural beauty. The most famous national reserve is Olympic in the north-west of the state. A visit to this natural park can be compared to a trip to a fairy tale. There are mountains, waterfalls, alpine lakes and crystal streams, the unique Hoh rain forest and a long sea coast. Needless to say, all these landscapes are inhabited by an amazing diversity of wild fauna? Another most visited place by tourists is the stratovolcano Rainier. Its slopes are also included in the natural park of the same name.

West Coast of the USA: cities. Seattle

Among virgin forests and endless prairies, like islands in a vast sea, there are urban agglomerations. Seattle is one of them. The population of the city itself is over six hundred thousand people. Seattle is also a major seaport. It is located on the shores of Puget Sound. In the east of the city lies the picturesque Lake Washington. And behind it begin the Rocky Mountains, which, like a magnet, attract climbers. In Seattle, two attractions are included in the must-see list. The Space Needle is the landmark of the city. It was built in 1962 and was the tallest building in Seattle until the seventy-six-story Calambia Center was built in 1985. At the Pike Place Market, you can buy not only Pacific shrimp and lobster, but also see performances by singers, street actors and clowns. Under the Washington Bridge, you should see the Fremont Troll holding a real Volkswagen in his hands.

Oregon

We are moving south and leaving Washington State. The West Coast of the USA continues with Oregon. According to the tradition of the country, the capital of the state is the small town of Salem. And the largest metropolis is Portland. also offers tourists many natural beauties. These are Mount Hood and Deschats National Parks with Newberry Volcano. Tourists are attracted by the Rocky Mountains, which stretch from north to south along the west coast of the United States. To the east of this ridge, at an altitude of more than one thousand two hundred meters, lies the “Oregon Desert” - very dry lands. And, in addition, the state will delight beach lovers with sandbanks and shores, bays and secluded coves between the rocks.

California

The West Coast of the United States completes this sunny state in the south. It is the longest along the Pacific Ocean. And, let us add, it is the most filled with various attractions. World-famous urban agglomerations such as Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Hollywood are located here. It is also the home of Disneyland. The endless beaches of California are sunbathing on the legendary Malibu, you can see whales, and by taking a walk to one of the many natural parks on the coast, you can watch the rookeries of fur seals. But even in the interior of the mainland, various attractions await the traveler in the state.

Grand Canyon, Death Valley, Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks, Route 66

The first attraction is known throughout the world. The Grand Canyon stretches for four hundred and forty kilometers. Its beauty cannot be described in words - it must be seen!

Death Valley is the lowest point of the continent (eighty-six meters below sea level), the driest and hottest. In summer it is +57 C! During the year, 40 mm of precipitation falls in Death Valley, while in the Sahara - 384 mm.

The name of the park "Sequoia" speaks for itself. Here you can see not just huge trees, but real giants. “Here God has surpassed himself,” it is said about Yosemite Park. You will not find such a variety of species of flora and fauna anywhere else.

The East and West coasts of the United States are still connected by the legendary Route 66. Every American dreams of driving it from start to finish (almost four thousand kilometers). The highway connects Los Angeles with Chicago.

City of Angels and Sins

The West Coast of the USA in California is famous for such cities as the center of the film industry Hollywood, the capital of the gambling business Las Vegas, and San Francisco. In Los Angeles, you should definitely visit the museum at the Universal film studio, and if you are traveling with children, the very first Disneyland in the world. In Las Vegas, it's hard to resist checking out some of the casinos. And, of course, you simply need to walk along the Walk of Fame, where stars dedicated to Hollywood celebrities are laid out under your feet.

. Alaska and Hawaii are indeed washed by the Pacific Ocean and are located in the west of the country, but cannot be included in the West Coast, since they do not have borders with the continental United States. Nevada and Arizona are considered part of the West Coast due to large cultural influences from the West Coast of the United States, but are not part of the West Coast because they do not border the Pacific Ocean.

Population

Largest cities

Largest cities and urban areas on the West Coast (from north to south):

• Metropolitan area: Everett, Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Spokane
• San Francisco Bay Area: San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Fresno
• Greater Los Angeles: Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Bernardino, Riverside

Story

West Coast history begins with the arrival of the earliest known people of the Americas, the Paleo-Indians. They arrived from Eurasia to North America by crossing the Bering Strait through the isthmus, Beringia, which existed between 45,000 and 12,000 BC. BC e. (47,000 - 14,000 years ago).

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