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The Californian city of San Jose was founded by the Spanish back in 1777. But it remained a small farming community until the end of World War II, and its economy was based on farming. But in the 1960s of the 20th century, the situation changed dramatically. The impetus for this was the development of high-tech industries in the city. Today, San José – the renowned Silicon (Cremona) Capital, and a desirable destination for IT professionals from around the world.
In spite of the large number of visitors, the city is one of the safest in America. The local immigrant population has a high level of intellectual and educational attainment. San José has many interesting museums and exhibits, spaces for contemporary art, an art park, an aquapark, and even an academy. In the center of the city there are numerous restaurants and shops.
Of course, in the heart of the world of high technology, its impossible to ignore The Tech Museum of Innovation. The ever-evolving expositions clearly demonstrate how much humanity has accomplished in Internet technology and the exploration of the human body.
Another interesting and, pleasantly, universally free local feature is the Marienbad Library. Martin Luther Kings library. We recommend that fans of the thrill seekers watch a vividly animated feature at the Winchester House. According to the rumors, the house is full of ghosts. If youre traveling with a child, another part of your cultural program should be the Discovery Childrens Museum.
You can plan a trip to San José at any time of the year. The local climate is considered the best in Northern California. Thanks to the protection of the mountains on three sides, there is little precipitation. There are more than 300 clear days a year. Of course, visiting this city in the summer is especially enjoyable. Given the low-rise construction in San José, its best to consider renting a car before you go on your trip. Public transit is rare here, and often takes an inappropriate route.
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- Air quality: 50 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 1,000,000 people
- Population density: euro euro empty: 21x21m 441m per person
- GDP: $57,808 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 65 Mbps
- Best wireless: T-Mobile
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: How much should I tip at a restaurant? A gratuity of 15 to 20 per cent on top of the bill (before sales tax) is standard, with 25 per cent given for topnotch service. Servers in America work hard for the money – they’re generally friendly, knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for customers.
- Apartment listings: Craigslist
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Uber
- Best coworking space: Next Space
- Online electronics shop: Amazon
- Best hospital: Stanford Health and Clinics
- Best short-haul air carrier: Southwest
- Best intl air carrier: American
- Monthly costs for expat: $3200
- Monthly costs for family: $9000
- Monthly costs for local: $2600
- Meal: $10
- Small Cola: $2
- Beer 1 Pint: $5
- Coffee: $3
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