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Sights and scenes in Carmel, Calif.

The Chapel of Carmelite Monastery in Carmel stands watch over Monastery Beach.

The Chapel of Carmelite Monastery in Carmel stands watch over Monastery Beach.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

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Carmel

Trees frame the beach at Carmel.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

Scenic Road

A group of joggers run along Scenic Road in Carmel, with Carmel Bay behind them.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

Carmel Bay

A diver waits for his partner to suit-up for a spear-fishing outing at Carmel Bay.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

Normandy Inn

The Normandy Inn on Ocean Avenue is one of several quaint hotels and restaurants in Carmel. The iconic Lone Cypress is a short distance away.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

La Bicyclette

La Bicyclette is a traditional French bistro and pizzeria with fresh bread and amazing French toast.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

La Bicyclette

La Bicyclette’s French toast is topped with an assortment of berries.   (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

La Bicyclette

A bike in a display at La Bicyclette.  (Mark Boster / Los Angeles Times)

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