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San Diego, California is located on San Diego Bay and is home to 1,223,400 people, making it the 7th largest city in the United States by population. The City was named after San Diego (St. James) de Alcalá, and has become best known for its naval bases and its very mild climate.
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Charles Lindbergh’s airplane, Spirit of St. Louis, was built in San Diego in 1927.
San Diego was voted number nine of the "Best Cities for Women" in 2002, and has been the location for many movies, such as 1986 "Top Gun" and the 2000 movie "Traffic".
Locals in the area are known as San Diegans. Some well known San Diegans include Robert Duvall (actor), Ted Danson (actor), and Cameron Diaz (model and actress).
Must-See places to visit include; Balboa Park, Torrey Pines State Park, Border Field State Park, Leucadia State Beach, Moonlight State Beach, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Mission Bay Park, Windansea Beach, Pacific Beach, San Diego Zoo, the Embarcadero, Sea World, Maritime Museum, Museum of Man, Natural History Museum, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Cabrillo National Monument, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, and the Whaley House Museum.
Driving Regulations In California
If you are a visitor in California over 18 years old and have a valid driver license from your home state or country (where you live permanently), you may drive in this state without getting a California driver license as long as your home state license remains valid.
Seat belts must be worn by all drivers and passengers, including any passenger who is age six or older and weighs over 60 lbs. A child passenger restraint system is required for any child who is under the age of six and weighs 60 pounds or less.
Speed Limits In California
California's "Basic Speed Law" says that you must never drive faster than is safe for the current conditions. No matter what the speed limit sign may say your speed should depend on:
The number, and speed, of other cars on the road.
Whether the road surface is smooth, rough, graveled, wet, dry, wide, or narrow.
Bicyclists, or pedestrians walking on the edge of the road.
The amount of rain, fog, snow, ice, wind, or dust.
| Area |
Limit |
| Highways |
65-70 MPH |
| 2-Lane Undivided Highways |
55 MPH |
| Business & Residential Areas |
25 MPH |
| Around School Areas |
25 MPH |
| Alleyways |
15 MPH |
Drinking And Driving Laws In California
The blood alcohol limit is 0.08. First offense may result in license suspension or revocation, independent of any jail, fine, or other criminal penalty imposed in court for the driving under the influence offense.
Helpful Telephone Numbers
Here are some telephone numbers you may find useful during your trip in California.
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