"Are you ready to be charmed? You might not have to travel far, if you live in California. HGTV recently focused its big lens on a pint-sized subject town centers in America and came away with a basketful of California recommendations. In its story, The 40 Most Charming Small Downtowns in America, the cable channel cites not one but three hidden gems in the state: Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea and that Dutch-inspired wonder, Solvang."
"Nothing charms like a small downtown that beckons visitors with historic architecture and boutique shops or local culture and tree-lined streets, HGTV's writers assert. Many small downtowns are located in beautiful settings or have stunning views. Others welcome visitors with lively festivals, delicious foods or a nostalgic atmosphere. Here are the first 10 in the list of vibrant towns well-worth exploring."
"Pacific Grove made the cut for its Main Street-vibe with Victorian-style homes and endless views across the Pacific Ocean. HGTV's Most Charming Small Downtowns in America 1 Athens, Georgia 2 Mystic, Connecticut 3 Fernandina Beach, Florida 4 Middleburg, Virginia Solvang was one of the prime destinations in the popular movie Sideways. A Sideways-inspired trip to Solvang offers a weekend's worth of fun. (Jackie Burrell/Staff)"
Small downtowns attract visitors with historic architecture, boutique shops, local culture, and tree-lined streets. Many occupy beautiful settings with stunning views, lively festivals, distinctive food offerings, or nostalgic atmospheres. A national roster of forty notable small downtowns includes examples across the country; the first ten listed are Athens (GA), Mystic (CT), Fernandina Beach (FL), Middleburg (VA), Concord (NC), Dahlonega (GA), Cape Charles (VA), Conway (SC), Pacific Grove (CA), and Greenville (SC). California contributes three highlights: Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Solvang. Pacific Grove features a Main Street vibe with Victorian homes and Pacific Ocean vistas; Solvang showcases Dutch-inspired charm and attracts visitors interested in wine-country itineraries.
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