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Torrey Pines of Santa Rosa Island

Windswept and remote, this island was once the home of a rare mammoth and today is home to a rare tree.

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Vera Cruz

This house is a mosaic of tiled artwork sourced from local artists.

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The Mural Room

One incredible room in the Santa Barbara Courthouse is covered in wall-to-wall canvas murals.

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Moreton Bay Fig Tree

The beautiful behemoth is one of the largest trees of its kind in the United States.

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Lil' Toot

This nonsensical smiling boat shuttles passengers between two places they could've easily walked between.

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Franceschi Park

The home of one of California's most important horticulturalists wilts amidst a lovely park.

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Whale House

This stunning sea creature-shaped home blends into the landscape like a fantasy villa.

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