Located in the heart of California’s fertile San Joaquin Valley, Merced is known as the gateway to Yosemite National Park. Related PostsRuinas del Tazumal in Chalchuapa, Santa Anna, El SalvadorExploring the Fascinating History of PostcardsSlovenian CoastReykjavik Old City CentreSingapore – Sentosa IslandAerial view of Long Beach, California Merced in California