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What Marin town's name means shark in Spanish?

Last Updated: 15th April, 2020

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Tiburon

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In respect to this, what is the main freeway that goes through Marin?

Interstate 580

Secondly, what is the population of Tiburon? 9,165 (2017)

In this manner, what county borders Marin to the north?

Sonoma County

What is there to do in Tiburon today?

Top Attractions in Tiburon

  • Angel Island - Tiburon Ferry. 166 reviews. Sights & Landmarks.
  • Blackie's Pasture. 79 reviews. Sights & Landmarks.
  • Hippie Tree. 20 reviews.
  • Paradise Beach Park. 23 reviews.
  • Richardson Bay Audubon Center. 8 reviews.
  • Railroad & Ferry Depot Museum. 38 reviews.
  • Old St. Hilary's Open Space Preserve.
  • Mt. Livermore.

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