Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
Carmel-by-the-Sea, often called simply Carmel, is a municipality in Monterey County, California, United States. It was founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Carmel is on the Monterey Peninsula. It is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history. Actor Clint Eastwood was mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea for two years.[1][2]
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| Coordinates: 36°33′15.8″N 121°55′26.6″W / 36.554389°N 121.924056°W | |
| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Monterey |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Dale Byrne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.061 sq mi (2.749 km2) |
| Population (April 1, 2020) | |
| • Total | 3,214 |
| • Density | 3,030/sq mi (1,169/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−08:00 |
| ZIP code(s) | 93921–93923 |
| FIPS code | 0611250 |
| Website | ci |
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California Media
Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, established in 1770, was the headquarters of the Californian mission system from 1797 until 1833.
The village of Carmel in 1794
Mission San Carlos in 1839
Carmel became a hub for artists and writers in the early 1900s. Pictured are George Sterling, Mary Austin, Jack London, and Jimmie Hopper at Carmel Beach, c. 1905.
La Playa Hotel, founded in 1913, is one of Carmel's oldest establishments.
Carmel Bay viewed from the beach
View from Carmel Point
The Carmelite Convent of Our Lady and St. Teresa of Ávila
Tomb monument to St. Junípero Serra
Sunset Center, home to Carmel Bach Festival
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References
- ↑ "Carmel History". Carmel Chamber of Commerce. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
- ↑ Akeman, Thom (2001). Monterey Peninsula A Cypress Shore. Graphic Arts Center Pub. pp. 7–8. ISBN 9781558685499. Retrieved 2024-08-10.
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