| The heart of the high-tech Silicon Valley, San Jose is California's oldest city and its original capital. Gradually emerging as one of the popular tourist destination in the county, the city has been consistently voted as one of the best places to live in the country. Nestled between the lush green slopes of the Diablo and Santa Cruz mountain ranges, San Jose's average temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit and more than 300 annual days of sunshine make it an ideal year-round destination. The city is also home to several art galleries, museums and shopping complexes.
The city's well known as home to the Silicon Valley, the center for world's growing computer software industry. Downtown San Jose is a bustling area with a number of five-star hotels, museums and a convention center. You will also find a number of popular bars and restaurants in the downtown area. Art-lovers to the city shouldn't miss the SoFA District (South of First Street) with its galleries, theaters and coffee houses. Browse the exhibits at the San Jose Museum of Art, enjoy performances at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts or take part in the outdoor music festivals and other cultural events at the Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park. With so much to experience, San Jose is a great place for every traveler. |
