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California cool
From its hippie chic street beat to its international cuisine, San Francisco's a-sizzling!
By Lara Ceroni
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Where Home to more than 7.2 million people, San Francisco is the fourth most populous city in California and, surprisingly, measures only 49 square miles. Located at the tip of the San Francisco Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean to the west, this city is one of the biggest international tourist destinations in all of the United States.
The vibe San Francisco has a rich history from its beginnings in 1849 when, due to the Gold Rush, the small village became the largest city on the West Coast of the United States. In 1967, San Francisco staged the Summer of Love revolution -- the biggest of its kind in the world -- whereby hippies, revolutionaries and politicos alike converged on the infamous neighbourhood of Haight Ashbury to explore sexual freedoms, music and a fair share of trippy drugs.
With its oft-recognized landmarks and idyllic rolling hills, the city is an interesting profusion of culture, fashion and haute cuisine. Their Vintage cable cars – which have been transporting city residents since the late 19th century – weave throughout the entire metropolis offering key views of The Golden Gate Bridge which spans a shocking 1.7 miles. In the Spring, people flock to The Embarcadero on the eastern waterfront; a pedestrian-friendly market square that boasts upscale eateries, cafes and, most notable, their California certified farmers market operated by the Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA). Every Saturday over 15,000 shoppers descend on the Ferry Building to sample the best local meats, breads and produce.
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