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The Central Valley: A Tapestry of Contrasts From the towering California State Capitol building in Sacramento to the abandoned orange trees near Bakersfield

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Blue-crowned Motmot, Momotus momota, adult perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December 2006

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Black-bellied Hummingbird, Eupherusa nigriventris, female feeding on Ornamental Banana plant flower

Black-bellied Hummingbird, Eupherusa nigriventris, female feeding on Ornamental Banana plant flower(Musa velutina), Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Coppery-headed Emerald, Elvira cupreiceps, male in flight feeding on Spiral Ginger

Coppery-headed Emerald, Elvira cupreiceps, male in flight feeding on Spiral Ginger (Costus Pulverulentus), Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: La Paz Waterfall in Cloudforest, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

La Paz Waterfall in Cloudforest, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Blue-gray Tanager, Thraupis episcopus, adult perched on banana plant, Central Valley

Blue-gray Tanager, Thraupis episcopus, adult perched on banana plant, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Purple-throated Mountain-gem, Lampornis calolaema, male perched, Central Valley

Purple-throated Mountain-gem, Lampornis calolaema, male perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Lampornis calolaema, male in flight feeding on Spiral Ginger (Costus Pulverulentus)

Lampornis calolaema, male in flight feeding on Spiral Ginger (Costus Pulverulentus), Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Violet Sabrewing, Campylopterus hemileucurus, male perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica

Violet Sabrewing, Campylopterus hemileucurus, male perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Blue-crowned Motmot, Momotus momota, adult with insect prey, Central Valley, Costa Rica

Blue-crowned Motmot, Momotus momota, adult with insect prey, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Silver-throated Tanager, Tangara icterocephala, adult perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica

Silver-throated Tanager, Tangara icterocephala, adult perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Crimson-collared Tanager, Ramphocelus sanguinolentus, adult perched, Central Valley

Crimson-collared Tanager, Ramphocelus sanguinolentus, adult perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Summer Tanager, Piranga rubra, male perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Summer Tanager, Piranga rubra, male perched, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Bananaquit, Coereba flaveola, adult on Heliconia Flower, Central Valley, Costa Rica

Bananaquit, Coereba flaveola, adult on Heliconia Flower, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Old Sacramento State Historic Park in Sacramento, Califorina, USA

Old Sacramento State Historic Park in Sacramento, Califorina, USA

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: The California State Capitol building in Sacramento, California, USA

The California State Capitol building in Sacramento, California, USA

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Central America, Costa Rica, Cartago Province, Setting sun lights moss-covered tree

Central America, Costa Rica, Cartago Province, Setting sun lights moss-covered tree in farmland above cloud-filled Central Valley north of Cartago

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Coffee berries grow on a coffea arabica plantation in San Rafael de Heredia, Costa Rica

Coffee berries grow on a coffea arabica plantation in San Rafael de Heredia, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Costa Rican flag, red taxicabs, and yellow buses at the Parque Central in the city of San Jose

Costa Rican flag, red taxicabs, and yellow buses at the Parque Central in the city of San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Costa Rican flag displayed at Parque Central in the city of San Jose, Costa Rica

Costa Rican flag displayed at Parque Central in the city of San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Parque Central in the city of San Jose, Costa Rica

Parque Central in the city of San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Parque Central in San Jose, Costa Rica

Parque Central in San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: The National Theatre of Costa Rica is located in the central section of San Jose, Costa Rica

The National Theatre of Costa Rica is located in the central section of San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Interior view of the Metropollitan Cathedral of San Jose, Costa Rica

Interior view of the Metropollitan Cathedral of San Jose, Costa Rica

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Blue Morpho, Morpho menelaus, adult newly emerged from pupa, captive, La Paz Waterfall Gardens

Blue Morpho, Morpho menelaus, adult newly emerged from pupa, captive, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America, December

Background imageCentral Valley Collection: Cars and signs in main street, Heredia, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America

Cars and signs in main street, Heredia, Central Valley, Costa Rica, Central America



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The Central Valley: A Tapestry of Contrasts From the towering California State Capitol building in Sacramento to the abandoned orange trees near Bakersfield, the a region that encapsulates both beauty and struggle. In this vast expanse, where fertile lands meet arid plains, lies a tale of resilience and determination. The once thriving orange groves now stand as a testament to the challenges faced by farmers who no longer have access to water for irrigation. Yet amidst this adversity, vineyards like Haras de Pirque and El Principal wineries in Chile's Maipo Valley thrive with vibrant red grapes adorning their vines. As you enter the administrative building of Haras de Pirque winery, you are greeted by an enchanting water fountain that symbolizes hope and abundance. The facade of El Principal winery basks in sunlight on a glorious day while Cerro Blanco stands proudly in the backdrop, reminding us of nature's grandeur. Detailing every aspect of these vineyards reveals not just their dedication but also their artistry. From meticulously nurtured red grapes at El Principal and Haras de Pirque wineries to breathtaking views of The Andes mountains gracing the horizon behind them - it is evident that these winemakers pour their heart into each bottle they produce. Yet beyond viticulture lies another facet of Central Valley's story - its oil fields near Lost Hills. These fields represent yet another battle fought within this diverse landscape, where industries coexist alongside agriculture. And as dusk settles over Vernalis off Route 132, we witness a mesmerizing sunset painting the sky with hues only nature can conjure. It serves as a reminder that even amidst contrasts and challenges, there is always beauty to be found in the Central Valley - an ever-evolving tapestry woven with threads from different worlds.