San Diego (#2) ....

Welcome back to Old Town San Diego. I took a self-guided tour of The Whaley House, which was deemed a haunted house by the United States Commerce Department. I didn't see anything out of the ordinary, nor did I feel any cold spots while there. I was just walking around amazed that the Whaley home, built in 1857, was not only a family home, but the Whaley & Crosthwaite General Store, a county court house, and a theater to the growing community. The Whaleys lived pretty opulently in their 2-story home furnished with mahogany and rosewood furniture, Brussels carpets and damask drapes. The other photos are of a couple of outdoor markets. I love the leather goods and Mexican pottery. 

Images by Christine Rose Morente

San Diego ....

On Sunday, I spent a good part of the afternoon walking around Old Town San Diego, and visited a couple of interesting historic sites. One was the Whaley House, designated an official Haunted House by the United States Commerce Department -- I'll post photos of that soon -- and the other is the Casa de Estudillo. It is an 1800s adobe house with 13 rooms. I love the inner courtyard and its garden with fountain. So peaceful. The other photos below are of the Rust General Store. It's a little foodies paradise and I wish I lived closer so I can go back. Part II coming tomorrow.

Images by Christine Rose Morente