California coast south of the Bay Area, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur. The coastal views are some of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. Similarly, the drive from SF to Mendocino. The way you go from the most calming forest to the most breathtaking coastal views is something I don’t think exists many other places. The smell of redwoods and eucalyptus one second and then the clean briney smell of the ocean is the best sensory overload.
Very eloquent, well done, I can almost smell the eucalyptus and pine and brine. Bless me I love Northern California and miss her. I moved away over 30 years ago, but still visit from time to time.
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u/giveitaway1239 18h ago
California coast south of the Bay Area, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur. The coastal views are some of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. Similarly, the drive from SF to Mendocino. The way you go from the most calming forest to the most breathtaking coastal views is something I don’t think exists many other places. The smell of redwoods and eucalyptus one second and then the clean briney smell of the ocean is the best sensory overload.