I took this photo of the statue of ‘Unconditional Surrender’ popularly called the Kissing Sailor during my visit to San Diego last week.
It is about 25 feet tall, and the actual size can be comprehended only upon walking close to it.
I found the pose to be graceful and it evoked strong emotions in me.
The statue is based on the famous photograph that first appeared in the 1945 Life magazine.
I visited it on way to the USS Midway Museum that is along the harbor in San Diego
I found there were plenty of shops and eateries nearby, notably among them the San Diego Fish Market and the Seaport Village.
There is also a large parking area with the rates being two dollars for 2 hours, though I simply walked from the Hostel on 3rd Avenue to this place.
The surrounding area is also beautiful, and there are also several benches installed to take a break and gaze at the harbor with the fishing boats parked there.
Accessibility Features
I noticed that several parking slots are reserved for the differently abled and marked distinctly.
Also, for those using the wheelchair, there is a leveled access from the parking to the statue.
Where to Stay?
I stayed in the Hostel on 3rd on the 3rd Avenue on Market Street in San Diego.
Other Tourist attractions in San Diego:
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USS Midway and Musuem.
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Gaslamp Quarters.
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Seaport Village.
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What an amazing photo of the Kissing Sailor statue…! It looks so graceful and evokes strong emotions. I love that it is inspired by the famous photograph - it is truly iconic. It is also great that the area around the statue offers plenty of shops and eateries to explore. Furthermore, it is great that there are plenty of parking options and that there is accessible entrance for those using a wheelchair. It sounds like you enjoyed your stay at the Hostel on 3rd Avenue as well. Those are all great tourist attractions and definitely worth checking out…! Thanks for sharing it with us dear @TusharSuradkar .
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Wow, great pictures and information.
Thank you for sharing them with us. @TusharSuradkar
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This is One of the beautiful posts I read today @TusharSuradkar
The way you explained the place it’s like I’m also visiting this place with you.
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful post 
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Odlična priča i super fotografije @TusharSuradkar
Kip je fantastičan!
Koliko metara je visok?
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Hi @TusharSuradkar so well organised city specially park and benches with a great view. Tourist and daily visitors can have a great time during evening walk or a morning jog.
Great post , amazing photos 
Happy Guiding
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@TusharSuradkar
That’s pretty iconic indeed. A beautiful location highlights the entire scenario.
I think the new series of the wonderful posts has just began with this one. 
Cheers!
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Thank you @TusharSuradkar for sharing details of your trip. The photos are truly wonderful. All the best 
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@TusharSuradkar foto tan increible donde se demuestra la libertad de la humanidad con amor, valentia y alegría, muchas gracias por compartir!
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Wow. Very excellent write up that captures the area very clearly. It makes me want to visit the statue sometime.
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Wow, wonderful @TusharSuradkar
Your photographs are really very beautiful.Your post contains needed information.
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Wonderful share @TusharSuradkar
bhai,
I really imagining how beautiful the place and ambience would be and the Statue of the kissing sailor … is truly mesmerizing.
i hope lot of visitor must be coming there.
what was the cost of stay in 3rd hostel per day.
thanks for sharing.
regards
Anil
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Thank you for this wonderful question dear @Anil6969 Ji
I was waiting for someone to ask this.
I prefer staying in hostels instead of hotels since hostels have 20 times more facilities compared to a hotel.
Hostels are cheaper too.
I paid USD 56 for 3 days 2 nights.
Comparatively most hotels are in excess of USD 100 per night.
I will write a detailed account of my stay in the hostel shortly
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Thank you for the appreciation @Tandrima2
I am happy you find it informative
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Thank you @WildWeasel
Yes, this is a less known place in San Diego and a must visit.
The other most visited places are the USS Midway and the San Diego Zoo.
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Thank you for the appreciation @karinchavoll
Yes, This statue evokes many emotions.
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Thank you for the appreciation @PrasadVR
I am glad you liked it
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