San Diego
San Diego is a city located on the Pacific coast of California, United States. It is the second-largest city in California and the eighth-largest city in the United States. Known for its mild year-round climate, natural deep-water harbor, extensive beaches, and long association with the United States Navy, San Diego is also a major hub for healthcare and biotechnology development.
History
San Diego was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people. The first European to visit the region was Portuguese explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, sailing under the flag of Castile, who claimed the bay for the Spanish Empire in 1542. The city was later part of the Spanish missions and presidios established by Junípero Serra.
Geography
San Diego is located on the Pacific coast of California and is bordered by Ocean Beach to the west, Mission Bay to the east, and the San Diego Bay to the south. The city has a diverse topography with coastal plains, rolling hills, canyons, and mountains.
Economy
San Diego's economy is largely composed of agriculture, biotechnology/biosciences, computer sciences, electronics manufacturing, defense-related manufacturing, financial and business services, ship repair, ship construction, software development, telecommunications, wireless research, and tourism.
Culture
San Diego is known for its many popular attractions, such as the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, and Balboa Park. The city is also known for its craft brewing industry and hosts several food and wine festivals annually.
Education
San Diego is home to several institutions of higher education, including the University of California, San Diego, San Diego State University, and University of San Diego.
Infrastructure
San Diego is served by the San Diego International Airport, the busiest single-runway airport in the United States.
See also
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San Diego skyline
La Jolla Shores view
Mission San Diego
Balboa Park
Cortez Hill, San Diego
Balboa Theatre, San Diego
Kumeyaay
The landing of Cabrillo on California
Mission San Diego, c. 1820
José María Estudillo
Casa de Estudillo courtyard
Battle of San Pasqual by William H. Meyers c1846
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