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Carmel Beach: STROLL THE CLIFFS PATHWAY BY THE SEA
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Going to visit Carmel-by-the-Sea, one thinks of the quaint town architecture with it's many Victorian style boutique shops, restaurants, and homes. What ever you do, do not forget the "Sea" part of Carmel-by-the- Sea. Walk or drive down to the seashore and walk the path that allows you to not only enjoy the view of the wide expanse of beach and the waves crashing on rocks but a chance to sink your toes into the sand and dip them into the Pacific Ocean and feel like a 4 year old, all over again. Quite exhilarating.
Oh, you will also view some wonderful plants, flowers, and trees while on your walk. Benches are also along the path to rest and take it all in. If not mesmerized by the ocean, look to the other side of the street and see some of the most magnificent homes that most only dream about. One more thing, the cars may be a little exotic as well.
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Address: Scenic Road at the beach
Directions: Take the main road in town, Ocean Ave, down toward the ocean to Scenic Road and turn left.
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San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission, 1771, is the site of The Carmel Mission Basilica and National Shrine of Blessed Junipero Serra, who founded the California Missions and is buried in the Church. Peaceful is the word of the entire grounds that overlook the sea with the hill top view of mountains to the inland side, making a visit to these grounds a must when in the Carmel area.
Tours are given as well as self-guided tours of the entire grounds. I found the museum and buildings to be well worth a stop alone, but combined with the historic background and the burial site of the founder, I believe it to be very educational and emotional as well, no matter what faith or belief you may have. Check out their website for all the facts and figures regarding this Mission.
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Phone: 831 624-1271
Address: 3080 Rio Road, Carmel, CA
Directions: Near the Carmel Valley area, southwest of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Website: www.carmelmisson.org
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The world famous 17 mile drive is a private toll road and is located throughout the Pebble Beach and Del Monte Forest area of Carmel. It is one of the most beautiful sights to visit, with the landscapes of land and sea meeting each other in rocky magnificence.
Within this area are world class golf courses, such as the Pebble Beach Golf Links, The Links at Spanish Bay,and Spyglass Hill Golf Course. Also to be seen is one of California's most photographed trees, the Lone Cypress. Many vantage stops are on the 17 mile drive with vistas that make you just gasp in awe.
More pictures of this magnificent drive is in my Carmel-by-the-Sea travelogue.
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Phone: 1 831 647-7500
Address: Pebble Beach, California
Directions: Located in-between Carmel-by-the-Sea and Pacific Grove, with entrances in both towns. This drive, is one of the highlights of the Monterey Peninsula.
Website: www.pebblebeach.com
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Destinations near Carmel-by-the-Sea- Pebble Beach, 2.41 km / 1.5 miles
- Carmel River State Beach, 2.57 km / 1.6 miles
- Monterey, 5.61 km / 3.49 miles
- Carmel Highlands, 5.72 km / 3.55 miles
- Pacific Grove, 6.97 km / 4.33 miles
- Seaside, 8.91 km / 5.54 miles
- Sand City, 9.6 km / 5.97 miles
- Garrapata State Park, 10.55 km / 6.56 miles
- Marina, 17.96 km / 11.16 miles
- Carmel Valley, 19 km / 11.81 miles
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Snapforabalone Wed Jun 24, 2009 09:25 UTC
It's good, it's real good. But be prepared to buy a small car for the same price. Save it for a special occasion. | zanzooni Tue Jun 16, 2009 03:13 UTC
It was a horrid experience. I'd never go back though. VA beach really isn't my fav. Nice waves, but I call it "Ghetto Beach" Prefer the Eastern Shore-Rehoboth, Dewey, etc. ~ | icunme Wed Jun 10, 2009 15:13 UTC
Great, nostalgic tour here w/you! Says more about you, my friend, than it says about Carmel - that you have 3 Things to Do tips and 12 restaurant tips - BRAVO!! | jumpingnorman Mon Apr 27, 2009 23:02 UTC
I like these cermaic hens but I am scared the twins will hit it with their ball or something --- they just broke one of my statues from Peru yesterday, hehehe...kids! Norman :) |
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