San Jose

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    San Jose lies at the southern end of San Francisco Bay and bridges the Coyote and Guadalupe Rivers. Technology is big news in this forward-thinking city - see how much our lives are effected by it with a trip to the Tech Museum of Innovation.

    San Jose is not all about the future - the city also boasts a number of unique landmarks of historical and cultural interest. A stroll round the History Park is a walk into the city's past, and on the outskirts, you'll find Japantown, 1 of 3 left in the U.S.

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      There are so many things to do in San Jose to appeal to the tech-minded culture that has developed in the city. Technology companies like IBM, Apple, and Google set up their headquarters in the area, earning the San Jose area its current ‘Silicon Valley’ moniker. From historical landmarks to unique activities in beautiful outdoor areas, there’s plenty to discover in and around this northern California city. The origins of modern-day San Jose can be traced to the west coast Gold Rush. The city became the first incorporated city...

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