For those of us who can’t travel to see them in Japan, we have some beautiful ones right here in Southern California.

Dan Llywelyn Hall has painted four works depicting trees from the time of Magna Carta and Charter of the Forest.

Developers say more housing is needed to meet the demands of a rising population. Some country neighbors aren’t pleased.

Less famous but just as unforgettable, these state parks showcase iconic landscapes without the long lines at America’s national parks.

The Trinity Alps encompasses about 540,000 acres and features massive waterfalls, crystal-clear rivers and creeks, and dozens ...

At first glance, you might be fooled into thinking that Hinton Mayor Nicholas Nissen is the most laid-back guy in town. When he’s out in public, he wears shades and a blue sun hat, giving him the air ...

THERE are places in the world where eating becomes something more than a necessity. In Skiathos, it is a journey—sometimes by sea-salt breeze, sometimes along cobbled lanes beneath lazy bougainvillaea ...

For a more manicured natural experience, the Piccadilly Park and Garden is a pocket-sized oasis in the heart of downtown, perfect for a moment of quiet contemplation between shopping expeditions.

The three-story log cabin structure fits perfectly with the mountain setting, and the wraparound porch provides a peaceful spot for morning coffee. During summer months, some visitors opt for camping ...

Built in 1990, the modern log house has vaulted ceilings, slide-away glass walls and a traditional Kachelofen wood-burning fireplace.

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