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Located on the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield is known for its country music roots, earning it the distinction of being California's "Country Capital." Thousands flock to the Buck Owens' Crystal Palace in search of the distinctive Bakersfield sound. It is also the home of California State University. As a major city, visitors have a wide selection of hotels in Bakersfield to choose from, including luxury suites, corporate rooms and budget lodging.
Bakersfield is well known for Buck Owens' Crystal Palace, a country music concert venue created by its legendary namesake. Another well-known attraction hotels Bakersfield guests can visit is the California Living Museum in northeastern Bakersfield, home to several rare and endangered animals.
The Kern County Fairgrounds regularly holds events such as the Annual Scottish Games and Gathering, courtesy of the Kern County Scottish Society. Guests at Bakersfield hotels may also attend the Bakersfield Jazz Festival at the California State University.
Bakersfield has a generous selection of Basque restaurants. Narducci's, Noriega's, Mama Roomba's and Woolgrowers are just a small sample of local restaurants with plenty of flair and reasonable prices.
East Hills Mall along Highway 178 and Valley Plaza on Ming Avenue provide Bakersfield visitors with plenty of indoor shopping. The Promenade area along Rosedale Highway offers a collection of major retailers such as the World Market and Pier 1.
Racing fans can attend a full season of racing events at the Bakersfield Speedway on North Chester Avenue, touted as the oldest motor racetrack in California.
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