Just one look at the charming small seaside town of La Jolla and you would get to know why it is called ‘the jewel’ in Spanish. Renowned for its beautiful coastline and pleasant weather, this splendid place is pronounced as “La Hoya”.
Dotted with majestic mansions, art galleries, high-end boutiques, and restaurants; La Jolla has plenty to enthrall visitors trouping into it from across the world.
Art & Theatre
La Jolla is a paradise for any lover of fine arts. The place is always bustling with cultural activities. Head to Prospect Street and check out the historic Ellen Browning Scripps house which has now been turned into the Museum of Contemporary Art. Or visit the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library. This library is almost 100-year-old and has a vast collection of music and art volumes.
Sightseeing highlights
Some of the landmarks include La Jolla Woman's Club, La Jolla Recreation Center, Mary Star of the Sea, Spanish colonial-style structure - La Valencia Hotel, Mount Soledad Memorial.
History and architecture buffs can visit the four-storey historic building Grande Colonial Hotel which was built in 1900. Five million dollars were spent for its renovation work in 2000 to preserve this building. You can also study the famed architect Irving Gill's Cubist-style architectural works at The Bishop's School and the Bed and Breakfast Inn at La Jolla.
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