Coastal views vary so vastly
that it gives the whole area
such a dramtic feeling.
8
M
ayor Dunin called the events
“the worst experience in the
history of San Luis Obispo.” After
a meeting between Mayor Dunin
and University President Warren
Baker the follow ing Monday, Poly
Royal was canceled from that point
forward. The name Poly Royal returned in 2001 as “Open House
Presents Poly Royal”, a scaled
down version that was designed
for students and parents. San Luis
Obispo has been home of several
other events, including a stop on
the way of the Olympic Flame Relay, the Tour of California bicycle
race, Cinco de Mayo celebrations,
an annual Mozart festival, held
every July, and a long-standing
Christmas Parade. Another attraction is the development of Edna
Valley into a well-known wine region. Just south of the city, people can spend an afternoon wine
tasting several wineries in the area
with a very short drive. The wine
region extends north beyond Paso
Robles (30 miles north) and south
to Santa Ynez (70 miles south).
During Summer months, local residents and visitors congregate in
the Mission Plaza for a free outdoor concert every Friday evening.