2. This is the flag of California
California is a federal state of the
United States located on the
southwest coast. It has become the
most populous US state, and it has
a population of 38 million
inhabitants and is the third most
extension (after Alaska and Texas)
3. California's climate varies considerably, from arid
to sub-Arctic, depending on latitude, elevation,
and proximity to the coast. The coastal and
southern parts of the state have a Mediterranean
climate, with some rain in winter and dry
summers. The influence of the ocean generally
moderates temperature extremes, creating a
warmer winter and cooler summers substantially,
especially along coastal areas
4. The official language is English, spoken at home by 60.5% of
California's population. The Spanish, who was once the most
talked about, is the second language in number of speakers, with
35.8% of the population. Section 1632 of the California Civil Code
recognizes the Spanish language, hence the Dymally-Alatorre
Bilingual Services Act, instituted an English-Spanish bilingualism,
without the necessary exclusion of other languages.
5. California is traditionally a major economic power, pioneer
and leader in numerous industry segments such as
aeronautics, space technology, computers, electronics,
medical industry, etc. Therefore, California would itself be
one of the seven world powers
the Golden Gate Brid
6. Los Angeles is the second largest city in the United States.
Includes tourist districts of Hollywood, famous for its film
industry, and Beverly Hills, a place full of mansions that are
home to many celebrities. Beaches such as Venice, Santa
Monica and Redondo are ideal for surfing. San Francisco is a
sophisticated city with great cultural activity and nightlife.
Its major attraction is the Golden Gate Bridge. It is near the
famous Silicon Valley.
7. Yosemite National Park
It is west of the mountains of Sierra Nevada and covers
an area of 3000 kilometers. Is world famous and is
visited by almost 3 million tourists every year. It is full
of meadows with wildflowers, and impressive waterfalls.
The most beautiful part is the Yosemite Valley, which is
crossed by the Merced River. Some of its attractions are
the silhouette of Half Dome and the bulk of the Captain
and fall of Yosemite Falls.
8. Disneyland is a theme park of The Walt Disney
Company located in Anaheim, California.
9. Universal Studios Hollywood is a film studio and theme
park in the Unincorporated Universal City community of
the San Fernando Valley region of the city of Los
Angeles, California, United States. It is one of the oldest
and most famous Hollywood film studios still in use. Its
official marketing headline is "The Entertainment Capital
of LA". It was initially created to offer tours of the real
Universal Studios sets and is the first of many full-
fledged Universal Studios Theme Parks located across
the world. Woody Woodpecker is the mascot for
Universal Studios Hollywood.