 ENCINITASView All Active Listings Encinitas is famously known as the "Flower Capital and Surf Capital of the World." Encinitas got its name from Encina Canada, Spanish for "hills of live oaks," which describes what Gaspar de Portola saw in 1669 when he led an expedition through the region. Beaches, flowers, peace and love welcome you to Encinitas. There's an established district with beaches and shady, tree-lined streets located on Historic 101. Cute flags with pink butterflies welcome guests and give the impression of a happy, old-fashioned place where businesses such as Encinitas Surfboards have plied their craft since 1975. With an average annual temperature of 72 degrees and sunshine nearly every day, life feels great, no matter what you do in Encinitas. This information was gathered by Beachcalifornia.com. For more information click here: http://www.beachcalifornia.com/encinit.html Other Links: |
