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Sunset District Like its counterpart, the Richmond District (see p101), this neighborhood was part of the Outer Lands and is purely residential, consisting of row upon row of neat, look alike houses. Yet, like the entire area along the ocean, this district is subject to a great deal of gray weather. Its one claim to fame is Sutro Tower, the pronged red and white television antenna beijing nanshan ski resort that resembles something out of a science fiction movie. d Between Sloat Blvd & Golden Gate Park and Stanyan St & the Pacific Ocean Map C5

At the southeastern corner of the park, kids will love the old carousel, a treehouse, and some great swings, slides, and other kid-driven rides. In the summer, there are often Punch and Judy shows to tickle and delight children of all ages (see pp20 23).

The nine rooms here are all cozily decorated and have names such as The Cabrillo beijing nanshan ski resort Room and the Sir Francis Suite. Janis Joplin (see p55) used to stay in the Joplin Room, which has its own sundeck. d 135 Gough St

Palo Alto and Stanford An erstwhile sleepy university town, Palo Alto has most recently experienced beijing nanshan ski resort a boom as the hub of Silicon Valley, and driving force of the New Economy. Although a lot of the gilding has lately fallen off the lily, this town has been left with a considerably dressed-up appearance, as well as many fancy restaurants, hotels, and shops. The town is home to prestigious Stanford University, with its beautiful, well-tended campus (see p79). d Hwys 101 & 82