Note: the italic text is a contribution by Elaine; the non-italic text is Yvon's.
Feb. 25, 2016
Our friends Leonard and Rose are celebrating their 25th Anniversary. And they have asked us to go to Julian, CA with them.
Julian is a quaint little town designated as a California Historical Landmark, located at the intersection of CA78 and CA79. The hallmark of Juliana is apple pie.
The drive along I8 going west from Yuma continues to be one of my favorite. With the Imperial Sand Dunes, past the windmill farms and the climb in the mountains to over 4200 ft altitude.
I never get enough of the unusual formation, that gives you the impression that the giants have been playing with bolder toys, and did not put their toys back.
Then, we turn north on CA79 to a more moderate type climate environment, due to the altitude; where we start seeing green cover on the ground, leaves on the trees and the fruit trees in full bloom. The road is whindy and narrower, allowing for time to appreciate the landscape and breath the fragrant air of the country side.
We drive by Lake Cuyamaca, with a community perched along the hills, overlooking the peaceful setting.
Our encounters tell us that we are in horse riding country, in the middle of friendly hills and valleys.
Elevated at over 4,200 ft., Julian is experiencing spring. Daffodils ornate the church garden, under the colourful umbrella of the blooming fruit trees
The boutiques offer unique creations to the visitors. And Elaine will not go without putting some to the test.
The actual centre of town is concentrated mainly in approximately a block; from one street to the south to the next street to the north; and the same from east to west. Some points of interest can be found just at the edge of the square.
During the drive back, we stop at a viewpoint that offers a great panorama of the east access to the town through the mountains, on CA78. It leaves me breathless. It depicts the true character of this area, in one glance. I will return to experience this approach from the east.
The return sends us through the same winding road, with hairpin turns and lovely scenery.
Once back on the highway, the descent from 4,200 ft to sea level takes some interesting turns, through the mountains; with runaway truck ramps, for safety.
Good day. Good feeling breathing fresh air of spring in green country.
Feb. 25, 2016
Our friends Leonard and Rose are celebrating their 25th Anniversary. And they have asked us to go to Julian, CA with them.
Julian is a quaint little town designated as a California Historical Landmark, located at the intersection of CA78 and CA79. The hallmark of Juliana is apple pie.
The drive along I8 going west from Yuma continues to be one of my favorite. With the Imperial Sand Dunes, past the windmill farms and the climb in the mountains to over 4200 ft altitude.
I never get enough of the unusual formation, that gives you the impression that the giants have been playing with bolder toys, and did not put their toys back.
Then, we turn north on CA79 to a more moderate type climate environment, due to the altitude; where we start seeing green cover on the ground, leaves on the trees and the fruit trees in full bloom. The road is whindy and narrower, allowing for time to appreciate the landscape and breath the fragrant air of the country side.
We drive by Lake Cuyamaca, with a community perched along the hills, overlooking the peaceful setting.
Our encounters tell us that we are in horse riding country, in the middle of friendly hills and valleys.
Elevated at over 4,200 ft., Julian is experiencing spring. Daffodils ornate the church garden, under the colourful umbrella of the blooming fruit trees
The boutiques offer unique creations to the visitors. And Elaine will not go without putting some to the test.
The actual centre of town is concentrated mainly in approximately a block; from one street to the south to the next street to the north; and the same from east to west. Some points of interest can be found just at the edge of the square.
During the drive back, we stop at a viewpoint that offers a great panorama of the east access to the town through the mountains, on CA78. It leaves me breathless. It depicts the true character of this area, in one glance. I will return to experience this approach from the east.
The return sends us through the same winding road, with hairpin turns and lovely scenery.
Once back on the highway, the descent from 4,200 ft to sea level takes some interesting turns, through the mountains; with runaway truck ramps, for safety.
Good day. Good feeling breathing fresh air of spring in green country.
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