| | History (Source: WCities) | Top | Located just 15 minutes north from downtown San Diego, La Jolla's seven-mile stretch of coastal property is technically within the San Diego city limits. Yet La Jolla has undoubtedly earned a reputation as a city in its own right. Known as one of the most affluent communities in the United States, La Jolla boasts premium beaches, fine dining and distinguished art galleries. In addition, this seaside town hosts world-renowned research facilities, such as the Salk Institute . La Jolla’s history is short, but engulfed in mystery, drama and humor. Artifacts found in this geographic area indicate Native American settlements along the La Jolla shoreline over 3,000 years ago. Archaeologists have found stone utensils. However, the remains are small and scattered, leaving historians unclear about the fate of these earliest inhabitants. The La Jolla lands became incorporated as part of San Diego in 1850. However, there were no permanent settlers in this section of town until 19 years later. Two brothers, Daniel and Samuel Sizer, each bought a plot of La Jolla land in 1869. The City of San Diego sold these 80-acre plots for the price of USD1.25 per acre. Little did the Sizer brothers know that their plots of land, located between present-day Fay Street and La Jolla Boulevard, would be worth $1.25 million per acre by the late Twentieth Century. When Frank Terrill Botsford arrived via boat in San Diego in 1886, he scribed in his diary, "Magnificent day at La Jolla!" Like
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| How To Get There (Source: WCities) | Top | Getting There Air San Diego International Airport +1 619 400 2400 http://www.san.org ) SAN is located about 13 miles from downtown La Jolla and services the following airlines: Aero Mexico ( +1 800 237 6639/ http://www.aeromexico.com ) Alaska Airlines ( + 1 800 426 0333/ http://www.alaskaair.com ) Aloha Airlines ( +1800 367 5250/ http://www.alohaairlines.com ) American Airlines ( + 1 800 433 7300/ http://www.aa.com ) Continental ( +1 800 525 0280/ http://www.continental.com ) Delta ( +1 800 221 1212/ http://www.delta.com ) Hawaiian Airlines ( +1 800 367 5320 / http://www.hawaiianair.com ) Jet Blue ( +1 800 538 2583/ http://www.jetblue.com ) Northwest ( +1 800 225 2525/ http://www.nwa.com ) Southwest ( +1 800 434 9792/ http://www.southwest.com ) United ( +1 800 241 6522/ http://www.ual.com ) US Airways ( +1 800 428 4322/ http://www.usairways.com ) From the Airport Shuttle: Airport Shuttle ( +1 619 234 4403 ) Taxi: Airport Yellow Cab of San Diego ( +1 619 234 6161/ http://www.driveu.com/AirportYellow.asp ) American Cab ( +1 619 234 1111 ) Medallion Taxi Media Incorporated ( +1 858 456 3500 ) Orange Cab ( +1 619 291 3333/ http://home.pacbell.net/orangesd ) San Diego Cab ( +1 800 368 2947 ) Rental Car: Alamo ( +1 800 327 9633/ http://www.alamo.com ) Avis ( +1 800 831 2847/ http://www.avis.com ) Enterprise ( 1+ 800 736 8227/ http://www.enterpris
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| What To Do (Source: WCities) | Top | La Jolla's entertainment scene consistently caters to a remarkable range of tastes. Art patrons are astounded by the extensive list of prestigious galleries, while night owls relax at casual comedy clubs. Meanwhile, La Jolla's cooperative weather allows for numerous outdoor adventures. Whether you prefer upscale culture or outdoor action, this seaside community will prove itself worthy of your entertainment buck. Art La Jolla's streets are absolutely full of distinguished art galleries. The community celebrates an extensive array of artistry, yet most galleries seem to favor contemporary pieces. Quint certainly does, featuring paintings in oil and watercolor, as well as photography and sculpture. Nearby Carlton Gallery is strictly devoted to nothing but sculpture, though it has been known to spotlight Asian artists in particular. Alcala Gallery is home to quite a collection of 20th century paintings as well, many of which were produced here in California. If American art is not your thing, give Cosmopolitan Fine Art a try. They specialize solely in French impressionist and post-impressionist paintings. Music While art is well represented in La Jolla's cultural atmosphere, music is certainly not neglected. A variety of venues bring music to La Jolla's residents and tourists. Athenaeum Music and Arts Library has a vast collection of books and other pieces devoted to the musical arts. This establishment also hosts concerts such as the Mini
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