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"Solvang - A taste of Denmark" a Solvang Travel Page by annk

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Real Name: Ann
Lives In: Santa Clarita, US
Member Since: Sep 24, 2000
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Solvang - A taste of Denmark

by annk - last update: Feb 11, 2005

The Danish capital of America

Solvang was established by a group of Danish educators in 1911. It's main attraction is the traditional architecture, windmills, museums, shops and bakeries. Bakeries and candy stores are everywhere. You could smell the delectible danish treats everywhere while walking around town. Just too tempting!!

Some people view Solvang as a tourist trap and I'd agree but the architecture is charming.

Solvang is located about 45 miles north of Santa Barbara and 150 miles north of Los Angeles. It's located in the Santa Ynez valley that has over 40 wineries, a few tasting rooms are in town.
Vters walking around town
Tinkan arranged a VT meeting Easter weekend, April 10th and 11th, 2004. It was a perfect location for a get together and a nice place to stroll around.

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Pros:"Charming small town that resembles a Danish village"
Cons:"Not the place to visit if you are on a diet"
annk's Solvang Travel Tips

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annk's Solvang Travelogues
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Comments for annk about Solvang
ChristinaNest Thu May 4, 2006 11:51 UTC
 Hey, I didn't know America had a Danish capital :) Nice page, thanks for sharing! Mm, Danish pastries, dessert time here... greetings from Sofia
frank_delargy Fri Apr 15, 2005 21:51 UTC
 My sister lived here before she moved to Santa Maria, before she moved to Scotland. It was a fun town to walk around in and I'll bet Sideways isn't hurting it's popularity. Thanks for the tips!
Waalewiener Fri Sep 17, 2004 01:19 UTC
 Hi Ann very nice Town ,Solvang is Lori & Hansi visited this Town few months ago ,we liked it a lot Great place for a VT meeting I would say. I dis stand next to Hans Chistian Andersen hehe. Great page you made Ann We will meet next time I am sure .
thecatsmeow Wed Sep 1, 2004 17:25 UTC
 Ann this sounds like a great place to visit or even honeymoon. I just heard of it although I have been to Cali to many times to count. Great page. =^oo^=
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