What is the original Surf City?

It all started in 1927 when a Northern California newspaper coined the moniker Surf City for Santa Cruz. Later, in 1991, Huntington Beach adopted the nickname Surf City USA to promote the city. In 1963, Los Angeles duo Jan and Dean recorded Surf City, a song co-written and sung by The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson.



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The town of Surf City has gone by several other names, including Great Swamp, Buzby's Place, Old Mansion, and Long Beach City. In 1894 the name was finally changed to Surf City.

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But when it comes to epic waves, there's only one place on earth known as the “surf capital of the world.” The epic beach we're talking about is Pichilemu. Pichilemu is located in the center of Chile, right by the coast. It is a rough three-hour drive from Chile's capital, Santiago, to Pichilemu.

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1. Nazaré, the surfing capital of Europe. Nazaré, on the west coast of Portugal, is probably the most famous surfing spot in Europe. The town owes its reputation as the surfing capital of Europe to the Nazaré Canyon, an underwater ravine that reaches a staggering depth of 5,000 metres.

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The first surfing references were found in Polynesia. Cave painting from the 12th Century show people riding on waves. In the course of seafarings, Polynesians brought surfing to Hawaii and the sport went viral. Surfing in Hawaii wasn't only a sport but also an important part of the religion.

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About 23rd (Surf City) Surf City's beaches are located on Long Beach Island Beaches are patrolled by the Surf City Beach Patrol. Beach badges are required for visitors over the age of 12. Visitors can enjoy swimming, surfing, and fishing, but be sure that your preferred activity is permitted at your beach.

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