This new series is a throwback to the game, “Where in the World is Carmen San Diego?” I will give a brief description of a place, including its latitude and longitude and several “interesting” facts about the location. I will also try to include a picture or two from my visit to the place. You, the reader, can then hazard a guess to answer the question posed in the game.

I will reveal the correct location on the following day. Hopefully, this type of post will encourage interaction and perhaps stimulate comments. Good Luck!

The answer to yesterday’s place (#253) is Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Where in the World is Gary?    #254

Latitude — 26° 27′ North

Longitude — 80° 04′ West

This beach community has an adorable downtown, lined with shops and restaurants, just perfect for strolling. One of the oldest and most distinct buildings in town is a hotel, built in 1926.

Old Colony Inn

Also in town is an authentic Japanese Garden, a remnant of a Japanese farming Colony which was settled here in 1904.

Japanese Garden Bridge

The beach here is extremely popular with locals, tourists, and snowbirds.

Beach