SUMMER SCENES: Culture of San Francisco

Editor’s Note: This gallery is part of a summer series from The Cavalier Daily photo desk staff. Over the course of the summer, photo staffers will craft galleries which capture moments from different places in Charlottesville and beyond.

From the majestic Golden Gate Bridge to the haunting cells of Alcatraz island, it's clear why millions travel from all over the world to view the iconic sights of San Francisco. I visited the city as the final stop on a two-week-long family journey through the national parks of the Sierra Nevada. This gallery captures the beauty and character of one of the most recognizable cities in the world.