They come from everywhere to enjoy the sunshine and sea breeze. Kites from every race, creed, and color come to wave in the wind at Santa Monica. A close-up of some of the kites in the air. They're located just south of a California historical marker that points out the location of the formally-named "Ink Well" which was the segregated location of the beach where blacks were allowed to swim. All of this is about a mile south of the pier. Read More