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Architectural Digest named Carmel-by-the-Sea CA’s prettiest town. Not everyone agrees
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· August 7, 2026
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Key takeaway Further discussion on this topic can be found on an episode of AirTalk, a daily news show on LAist 89.
Architectural Digest has named Carmel-by-the-Sea as California's prettiest town. However, not everyone shares this opinion. A.
Times, who has traveled to various small towns in California, disagrees with this choice. 3. The episode features the reporter's thoughts on the matter and also asks listeners for their opinions on the prettiest town in California.
More information and a recording of the AirTalk episode are available for those interested in learning more about this topic and hearing others' perspectives on California's most attractive towns.
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Category: local Published: August 7, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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