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Modesto, California

McHenry Mansion

An expansive and intricately restored mansion remains from over a century ago--and so do its ghosts.

Modesto, California

McHenry Museum

Inside this library turned museum, the history of Modesto and Stanislaus County is on full display.

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Wat Dhammararam

Giant jewel-toned statues fill the grounds of this Cambodian Buddhist temple in California.

23 miles from Modesto

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