La Jolla, California

La Jolla, California, is a seaside resort community within the City of San Diego. Pronounced "La-Hoy-Ya", which is possibly Spanish for "The Jewel", it is often referred to as the "Jewel by the Sea." La Jolla borders Pacific Beach to the south and extends north to Torrey Pines State Reserve and Del Mar, California to the north. Along the way it encompasses neighborhoods like Bird Rock, Wind 'N Sea, The Village, La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Farms, and Torrey Pines. Interstate 5 forms La Jolla's man-made border to the east. With its palm-tree lined streets, large estate homes, and mediterranean climate and atmosphere, La Jolla is reminiscent of a southern European village with the flair of Beverly Hills. Much of La Jolla's natural charm stems from the presence of Mount Soledad, the narrow curvy roads that follow its contours, and the hundreds of unique homes that are nestled on its slopes, many boasting spectacular ocean views from its heights. La Jolla's population is 24,440 as of January, 2005 http://cart.sandag.org/profiles/est/zip92037est.pdf.

External links

• San Diego Community Profile: La Jolla
• SANDAG population and housing estimates (PDF)
• La Jolla Light Newspaper
• La Jolla Town Council
• La Jolla Shores Association - serving the La Jolla Shores community
• La Jolla Resorts and Attractions
• Promote La Jolla's website promoting tourism in La Jolla