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Colton Hall (6)

Built to serve as a public school and town meeting hall, historic Colton Hall now offers visitors a re-creation of the meeting room where California's first Constitution was drafted in October 1849 and exhibits on early Monterey. Colton Hall is a landmark in the City of Monterey, once the capital of Alta California.

View from balcony

Fisherman Wharf (8)

Fisherman's Wharf was built in 1846 for many trading vessels bringing goods from around Cape Horn. During that time, Monterey California was the major port on the Pacific Ocean. Monterey's commercial fishing fleet is now based on the municipal wharf, while Fisherman's Wharf #1 plays host to visitors seeking a taste of history and the finest fresh seafood dinners and locals shopping for fresh bounties from the sea.

July 4th, 2008 Celebration in Monterey (3)

Today, July 4th, 2008, Monterey City celebrates the birth of our country. It was 1776 in Philadelphia and America’s founding fathers voted to approve the Declaration of Independence. The US birthday was kicked off with Flag Raising Ceremony along Alvarado Street (10am), followed with Parade begins at Alvarado and Polk streets, continues up Del Monte Avenue and down Calle Principal (10:15), then Lawn Party at Colton Hall on Pacific Street (11:00 am to 5:00 pm) and barbecue at the beach while waiting for the Fireworks display over Monterey Bay (9:15 pm).

Fireworks explode into red color

Around Monterey (3)

Monterey is a spectacular coastal community in northern California with a temperate climate year-round. Visitors from around the world come to Monterey to experience its natural beauty, cultural resources and rich historic past. Monterey's rich history includes Spanish exploration dating back to 1542, and the establishment of the San Carlos Cathedral by Father Junipero Serra in 1770. It was the site of Alta California's capital under Spain and later Mexico, and the place where California statehood began in 1849. This rich history can be explored by visiting Monterey's many historical sites and interpretive centers.

Entrance to Monterey Fisherman Wharf

The Monterey Aquarium (3)

The Monterey Bay Aquarium sits at the heart of a world-famous coastline, where a lifetime of adventures await you. Here, you'll find a coast to kayak, miles of welcoming beaches, hiking and cycling trails, museums, California missions and historic Cannery Row.
The hidden wonders of Monterey Bay await you in nearly 200 award-winning galleries and exhibits, from the shallow tide pools to the vast open ocean. The kids just love it.

View from aquarium's skywalk

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