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Sunday October 13, 2013 The other botanical attraction we wanted to see in Balboa Park was the Desert Garden. It is located on the eastern side of Balboa Park. I am still amazed to see the diversity of cactus and … Continue reading
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Sunday October 13, 2013 One of the main highlights of our trip to San Diego was a visit to the Botanical Building in Balboa Park. The building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. It was built … Continue reading
Bushels of grapes Sunday October 13, 2013 I love to visiting local farmers markets. A Sunday visit would be a great way to start our vacation week. I find each one very interesting especially exploring the local produce and fruits. … Continue reading
Taster flight at Hess Brewing Saturday October 12, 2013 This year has been somewhat disappointing for travel. I know… we did do several west coast trips but it is another year without international travel. We had one more opportunity for … Continue reading
This week’s Photohunt theme is sparkle. I visited Niki de Saint Phalle’s sculpture garden – Queen Califia Magic Circle – while I was in San Diego in March. It was a cool Spring day. The sun was passing in and … Continue reading
There are over 20 different gardens located in Balboa Park San Diego. I knew I wanted to visit the Botanical building. I looked over the list of gardens and put the Desert Garden high on the list of must-see other … Continue reading
The Botanical Building – Balboa Park The building I had to visit for G was the Botanical Building. I had actually forgot that it was a lath house instead of a glass house so I was a little surprised when … Continue reading
Last Monday, I had a day to spend on my own in San Diego. My flight did not leave until 4:30 so I had an opportunity to explore. Where to go? G really wanted me to go to Balboa Park. … Continue reading
Just an hour north of San Diego is another mission – Mission San Luis Rey. It was founded in 1798 by Padre Fermin Francisco de Lasuen who was the successor to Padre Junipero Serra. The mission which is the 18th … Continue reading
You can not grow up in California without learning about Junipero Serra and the Spanish Missions. I learned about the different explorers who touched California in the 4th grade. Many countries came to California looking exploit the riches of the … Continue reading