California (/ ˌkælɪˈfɔːrniə /) is a state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, Nevada and Arizona to the east, and shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south.
CA.gov is the official website for the State of California. You can find and access California services, resources, and more.
Find things to do, places to visit, and experiences to explore at Visit California, the Golden State’s official tourism site. Learn about national parks, hotels, restaurants, beaches, mountains, cities, and more.
California, constituent state of the United States of America. It was admitted as the 31st state of the union on , and by the early 1960s it was the most populous U.S. state.
Description: This map shows states boundaries, the state capital, counties, county seats, cities and towns, islands, lakes, and national parks in California.
With a population of approximately 39 million people, California is the most populous state in the country. The capital of California, Sacramento, is situated in the northern part of the state, while Los Angeles, California’s most populated city, sprawls along the southern Pacific coast.
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Explore sun-kissed beaches, majestic national parks and vibrant cities in our California travel guide. Get insider tips on wine country, road trips and more.