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Big Sur

Coordinates: 36°17′57″N 121°52′24″W / 36.299216°N 121.873402°W / 36.299216; -121.873402
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Big Sur, California
Coastline
Coastline
Big Sur, California is located in California
Big Sur, California
Big Sur, California
Location in California
Coordinates: 36°17′57″N 121°52′24″W / 36.299216°N 121.873402°W / 36.299216; -121.873402
CountryUnited States
StateCalifornia
CountiesMonterey, San Luis Obispo

Big Sur (/ˈsɜːr/) is a rugged and mountainous section of the Central Coast of the U.S. state of California, between Carmel Highlands and San Simeon, where the Santa Lucia Mountains rise abruptly from the Pacific Ocean. It is frequently praised for its dramatic scenery. The views, redwood forests, hiking, beaches, and other recreational opportunities have made Big Sur a popular destination for visitors from across the world.[1]

References

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  1. Henson, Paul; Usner, Donald J. (1996). The Natural History of Big Sur. University of California Press. pp. 7–31. ISBN 9780520205109. Retrieved 2024-08-10.