This extraordinary project brings water from the Colorado River to Southern California.

The world’s oldest active sailing ship.

This massive redwood tree has a drive-thru tunnel carved out of its trunk.

Allegedly haunted by Walt Disney himself, this inconspicuous lamp is always kept lit in his honor.

Inspiration struck on this seat outside the Griffith Park merry-go-round.

A family agreed to sell their property to Disney on the condition that this tree, planted as a wedding gift, would not be removed.

The lead horse on a Disneyland merry-go-round that is older than the park itself.

The three biggest silent film stars once shot iconic scenes here.

An informal walk of fame in front of a Hollywood office building remembers a comedic great and his associates.

Art Deco stylings conceal the true nature of this bridge.

Enormous crabs, bioluminescent jellies, and other amazing creatures from the ocean’s depths—some of which are in an aquarium for the first time ever.

An old whaling station now serves to give the public a look at the commercial whaling industry, no longer a part of Monterey's economy.

The second-largest giant sequoia in the world.

A sparse, solitary sequoia still stands as a living tribute to the famous conservationist who planted it—but it's dying.

Prone to disastrous fires, the city of San Francisco has the Guardian, a fireboat gifted by residents, to watch over them from the bay.

California's longest-running tourist attraction is a stump.

A tribute to the artist and activist who created the rainbow pride flag.

One of the largest Buddhist communities in the West sits on the site of an old hospital.

This municipal playground was co-created by the father of one of the most playful characters ever.

At night, this glittering musical tunnel draws skaters and photographers.

A modest reminder of treacherous waters at the Golden Gate.

The second building of its name to occupy this location might be the finest flatiron building in San Francisco.

This ultra-modern California span is actually a titanic solar clock in disguise built by famed architect Santiago Calatrava.

Chevron maintains one “Standard” brand station per state so it doesn’t lose the trademark.