Huntington Beach

California is the most populous state of the United States. Located on the Pacific coast of North America, it is bordered by Oregon, Nevada, Arizona and Mexico. California is known for its pleasant climate and ethnically diverse population. The name California is most commonly believed derived from a storied paradise peopled by black Amazons and ruled by Queen Califia.

Huntington Beach is a seaside city in Orange County in southern California. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 189,594. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west, by Seal Beach on the north, by Costa Mesa on the south, by Westminster on the northeast, and by Fountain Valley on the east. It is known for its long 14 kilometers beach, mild climate, and excellent surfing. The waves are a unique natural effect caused by edge-diffraction of ocean swells by the island of Catalina, and waves from distant hurricanes.  Huntington Beach incorporated in 1909 under its first mayor, Ed Manning.

Huntington Beach is the site of the world surfing championships, held in the summer every year. The city has the largest public pier on the west coast. The Huntington Beach Public Library is located in Central Park in a notable building designed by Richard Neutra, Dion Neutra and Mario Pei.

Huntington Beach is definitely one of the popular tourist attractions in California worth paying a visit while touring the country. This place leaves a pleasing and unforgettable memory and justifies the proud cultural tradition of California.