It is located in the very small town (2 residents) of Felicity, California. The town is named for the founder's wife of the Center of the World. Jacques-Andres Istel founded Felicity and serves as its mayor. French-born, he is considered the father of skydiving in America. He also wrote a children’s book “Coe the Good Dragon at the Center of the World,” which gave rise to him creating this space. In addition, he has a portion of the original steps to the Eiffel Tower. Go to http://www.felicity.us/center for details. It is quite interesting.
Peg and I actually met Jacques and his wife at the center. He did an 
interview with us for our American RVer show that will air in March. He showed us many interesting things including his current project, all of the History of the World he is having carved in granite. One of his artists was on hand working on 
a slab as we were videotaping the show. Very cool to see!Jacques is passionate about his work there and he was an interesting man to speak with!
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Whew you guys have been busy bringing everyone up to date. Enjoyed pizza tonight and Rod will miss you guys as will miss your going away on Friday. Safe Travels and will meet up real soon!
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