A Traveler's Guide to Oakland

Oakland is a city that is located in the central region of the US state of California. Oakland is the eighth largest city in the state of California by population. California is located on the western Pacific coast of the continental United States. Its capital is Sacramento and it is the largest state by population in the nation. It is home to the country's high tech Silicon Valley, which is home to tech companies such as Google and Yahoo. It is also home to the country's movie industry. Hollywood is the "movie-making capital" of the United States. California is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful scenery. The state has beaches, mountains, deserts, and redwood forests. Oakland is located in Alameda County and is the seat of county government. English is the primary spoken and written language of the city, although a growing percentage of the population speaks Spanish.

Oakland was first settled by Spanish settlers in the 19th century. It later passed to the Mexican government and eventually to the United States. The city has been a hub of immigration from Asian countries. The city's population is very diverse, which is reflected in the cultural festivals and restaurants all over the city.

There are three professional sports teams in Oakland, the Raiders (NFL), the Athletics (MLB), and the Golden State Warriors (NBA).

Oakland has a Mediterranean climate which means mild temperatures year round. Summer temperatures generally stay in the 70's or 80's Fahrenheit while winter temperatures rarely dip below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Summer is the dry season with scarce rain. Most of the areas rainfall occurs during the months of January through March.

The primary airport of Oakland is Oakland International Airport. Also within driving distance are San Francisco International Airport and San Jose International Airport. These are the largest airports near Oakland and they offer daily flights with major domestic carriers to cities in the US, in addition to international carriers with flights to cities in Canada, Mexico, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

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