Topic - Solvang

Solvang (; Danish for "sunny fields") is a city in Santa Barbara County, California. It is one of the communities that make up the Santa Ynez Valley. The population was 5,245 at the 2010 census, down from 5,332 at the 2000 census. Solvang was incorporated as a city on May 1, 1985. - Source: Wikipedia

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This Sept. 30, 2014 photo shows the Danish flag flying on Alisal Road in Solvang, Calif., with a windmill in the background. Founded in 1911 by Danish immigrants, Solvang is a touristy enclave with Danish bakeries, Danish-themed hotels and even a Hans Christian Andersen Museum. (AP Photo/Solvej Schou)

Solvang, Calif.: Danish sweets and fine wine

By Solvej Schou - Associated Press

This image provided by the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office Wednesday April 16, 2014 shows the military ordnance that caused the evacuation of between 500 and 700 homes and businesses Wednesday in Solvang Calif. The tiny town 100 miles northwest of Los Angeles is a tourist stop known for its Danish-themed shops and buildings. (AP Photo/Santa Barbara County Sheriffs Office)

Military shell prompted evacuation of hundreds

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