Carmel-by-the-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea is a charming California village on the Monterey Peninsula, famous for its fairy-tale cottages, art galleries, and boutique shops. Founded as an artists' colony in the early 20th century, it retains a unique quaint character—no street lights, no house numbers—and was once governed by Clint Eastwood as mayor. The white-sand beach, cypress shore, and nearby 17-Mile Drive and Pebble Beach make it one of California's most beloved destinations.

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