Big Sur is a sparsely populated region of the Central Coast of California where the Santa Lucia Mountains rise abruptly from the Pacific Ocean. The name "Big Sur" is derived from the original Spanish language "el sur grande" meaning "the big south". The terrain offers stunning views, making Big Sur a popular tourist destination. Big Sur's Cone Peak is the highest coastal mountain in the contiguous 48 states, almost a mile (1571m) above sea level.
The Big Sur is also known for his flowers and animals such as the Californian Sea Lions, sea otters or the gray whales which attract a lot of tourists. This area in California is very attractive to tourists, because it gives the impression of virgin nature. That's the reason why a lot of famous people enjoy this area, which is connected to the famous Highway No. 1.
About the Stamps
Global USA Forever, first published January 28th 2013.
About the sender
Chris (postcrossing) sent from Gainesville (USA) on 09.03.2013
Keine Kommentare:
Kommentar veröffentlichen