"Sweet Romance & Swallows in San Juan Capistrano" San Juan Capistrano by marinarena

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Stained glass with swallows, San Juan Capistrano - San Juan Capistrano
Stained glass with swallows, San Juan Capistrano
SJC-A place to be!

San Juan Capistrano has many advantages: (1) it can be reached easily from the train (2) it is very picturesque, providing a romantic backdrop (3) it is under the radar, so it is not jam-packed and touristy!

Mark this O.C. city for one to visit!
San Juan Capistrano, California - San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano, California

A lovely panoramic shot!

This town of Orange county is on local "must-see maps" for its historic mission in the downtown area. There is a yearly celebration here that marks the arrival of swallows to the mission. More info on this point is to come and oh, so much more to add here!

...and yet another water fountain!
fountain, San Juan Capistrano, California - San Juan Capistrano

fountain, San Juan Capistrano, California

She is a darling one in a well landscaped spot in downtown SJC!

I hope to add much more to the SJC pages. Riding on the Amtrak numerous times, I have seen that the countrysides here are just spetacular with wonderful hiking trails and ranch areas.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:beautiful views, the mission, serenity, remote
  • Cons:has a few "rough,unkept spots", but I stress very few!
  • In a nutshell:SJC- An alternative place for a romantic venture!
  • Last visit to San Juan Capistrano: Apr 2005
  • Intro Updated Sep 1, 2005
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San Juan Capistrano, California - San Juan Capistrano Well, don't anticipate swallow sightings... Tourist Traps (1)

..or else you will be disappointed. I happen to see a few here but not during the "Return of the Swallows" event at the... more travel advice

Los Rios, oldest neighborhood of California - San Juan Capistrano Tour Los Rios District Things to Do (2)

From those travelling to experience the city of SJC, you get the country- in the Los Rios District , that is. Proclaimed... more travel advice

San Juan Capistrano, California - San Juan Capistrano Make it a "Mission" to Come Here! Things to Do (2)

Mission SJC Oh, how breathtaking and historical! California is known for its old missions. here is the one to not miss... more travel advice

Amtrak Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA - San Juan Capistrano Stop here! Transportation (1)

This is a beautiful southern Californian destination off the Amtrak "Surfliner" train!! Expect to spend a few hours here... more travel advice

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    acemj's Profile Photo
    Feb 5, 2006 at 3:22 PM

    I can't believe people are actually using trains in SoCal! That's great. Love the pics and info.

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