San Diego is the second largest city in California, and the seventh largest in the United States. This former territory of Mexico has developed into a strong political and economic forerunner, not to mention an extremely popular tourist destination, thanks to the city's many attractions and year-round good weather. Although the area is highly populated, San Diego assisted living residents feel a sense of security in knowing that their city maintains a consistently low crime rate. There is no place better than San Diego for warm sun and carefree seaside living. San Diego Recreation Residents of San Diego senior living communities enjoy the outdoors at many public recreational areas and open spaces. Mission Bay Park is one of the best locations for beachcombing and bird watching along the coast, while Mission Trails Regional Park offers an inland escape for city dwellers. San Diego is a prime shopping location, with the oceanfront tourist stores and entertainment of Seaport Village or the sophisticated indoor and outdoor retail shops found at Westfield Horton Plaza. The health conscious will appreciate the more than 25 farmers markets found throughout San Diego County. San Diego Activities Seniors will never be bored in a city that boasts nearly as many activities as grains of sand on the beach. Balboa Park alone provides 15 different museums, botanical gardens and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Many of the park's attractions are free of charge on certain Tuesdays. Lovers ...