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San Diego is the seat of Greater San Diego, just north of the United StatesMexico border. It lies between Tijuana and Los Angeles, along Interstate 5 and the Pacific Ocean. San Diego Bay is one of the world's premier natural harbors.

The city received its name from the bay, named in 1602 by Spanish explorer Sebastian Vizca in memory of San Diego de Alcal, a 15th-century Franciscan. In 1769 a presidio (fort) and mission were erected, the first Spanish settlement in what would become California.

Today, San Diego is the state's second largest city after Los Angeles. Its superior climate, recreational and historic attractions make San Diego a major tourist destination. Its economy also benefits from fishing and shipbuilding industries as well as nearby military installations, especially the U.S. Navy. The city is home to San Diego State University and the University of California at San Diego.

San Diego is part of the San Diego, California metro area.

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05/25 Coming to The area
OC Greek Food Fest Anaheim CA May17-19 The OC Greek Food Festival celebrates the best of Greek food, music, dancing and culture. Experience authentic Greek foods and homemade Greek pastries; traditional Greek dancing and Greek music.
San Diego Greek Festival San Diego CA June7-9 Treat yourself to an enjoyable Friday evening with delicious Greek food, imported beer, live Greek music and dancing. Then come back the next day for more fun. On Sunday, repeat as needed!
Baroque Music Festival Corona del Mar CA June16-23 We strive for historically stylistic interpretations of the great masterpieces of the Baroque period.
Little Italy Festa San Diego CA October13 The largest Italian American festival on the West Coast. Hip and Historic Little Italy welcomes over 120,000 attendees with the tantalizing sights, sounds and aromas of Italian culture.