3 Monuments to Explore in San Diego County
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San Diego CountyCalifornia's second-most populous county and the fifth-most populous in the United States. San Diego County has more than 70 miles (110 km) of coastline. This forms the most densely populated region of the county.
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Monuments to Explore in San Diego County
Cabrillo National MonumentSouthern tip of the Point Loma Peninsula. It commemorates the landing of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at San Diego Bay on September 28, 1542. This event marked the first time a European expedition had set foot on what later became the West Coast of the United States.
Mt. Soledad National Veterans MemorialThe Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial is considered one of the most unique veterans' memorials in the United States. The present structure was erected in 1954; it is the third Christian cross in that location, the first having been put up in 1913. It is 29 feet tall with a 12-foot arm spread. It is the centerpiece of the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial.
Old Town San Diego State Historic ParkA state protected historical park commemorating the early days of the City of San Diego and includes many historic buildings from the period 1820 to 1870.