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Interested in fun facts and the history of Santa Cruz, CA?
Then read on!
Here are some interesting facts about Santa Cruz, California:
1. Santa Cruz is located on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, and it is home to a world-renowned surf spot, Steamer Lane.
2. The city's wooden roller coaster, the Giant Dipper, opened in 1924, and it is still in operation today.
3. In 1965, Santa Cruz was the site of a major environmental triumph when local activists successfully fought to prevent the construction of a nuclear power plant.
4. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a popular seaside amusement park, has been in operation since 1907 and is one of the oldest amusement parks in the United States.
5. The city is home to the University of California, Santa Cruz, which is known for its progressive politics, stunning natural beauty, and unusual architecture.
6. The clock tower at the center of Santa Cruz's Pacific Garden Mall is 70 feet tall and is one of the tallest freestanding clocks in the world.
7. The famous Mystery Spot, an area in the Santa Cruz Mountains where gravity seems to work differently, has been a popular tourist attraction since the 1930s.