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 | Dave Potter |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.749 km2 (1.061 sq mi) |
| Population (April 1, 2020) | |
| • Total | 3,214 |
| • Density | 1,169/km2 (3,030/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−08:00 |
| ZIP code(s) | 93921–93923 |
| FIPS code | 0611250 |
| Website | Official website |
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
Californio real estate developer Santiago J. Duckworth conceived of Carmel in 1888, which he initially intended to found as a Catholic seaside retreat.
Carmel became a hub for artists and writers in the early 20th century. 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
The cenotaph of St. Junípero Serra
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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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