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Ever wonder how California assimilated the cultures of the Native Americans, the Mexicans and the Spanish? Connect all of the individual influences and learn about how they helped shape the California that we know today when you visit the Rancho Los Alamitos. This attraction has earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places not just for its cultural significance, but also for maintaining its historic ranch, ranch house and gardens that date all the way back to 1800.

See the California landscape in an amazingly unforgettable way when you get on board for a biplane ride. See the amazing Pacific coastline and other outdoor features from the clouds in a vintage World War II biplane that comfortably accommodated one person per flight. Also, there are a variety of packages that include aerobatic thrills, a smooth scenic ride, and even a flight lesson. For an adventure that truly has wings, see the professionals at Biplane Adventures in Southern California.

Every August, the sounds of America's music – jazz – fills the Long Beach air. Fans of this historic musical genre gather at Rainbow Lagoon Park to hear some of the top artists on the scene performing during the Long Beach Jazz Festival. This popular three day event is staged on a beautiful grassy knoll in the park that makes for an experience that is as visually stunning as it is aurally pleasing. The festival also features a great selection of food, arts and crafts, as well as the wares of various vendors.