The Ojai Valley has long been recognized as a center of natural beauty and a place of cultural and spiritual significance. It received the ultimate accolade when ti was chosen as the location for Shangri-La in the Frank Capra movie, Lost Horizon. The valley is a haven for artists, musicians, health enthusiasts, and spiritual seekers. You may simply want to rest and relax here, and The Ojai Retreat is the perfect place for that. Yet there is also plenty to do if you wish to be active: hiking in the numerous trails that wind through the Los Padres National Forest, spending time in the charming shops, spas,, and art galleries, playing golf on one of two fine golf courses, dining in restaurants that cater to all palettes and price ranges, and much more besides. At the bottom of the hill from The Ojai Retreat is the famous Ranch House Restaurant (an easy walk), favored by celebrities such as Paul Newman and Robert Redford. Besides the cultural events held at The Ojai Retreat, the City of Ojai also sponsors numerous cultural events including music, poetry, story-telling, film, tennis, lavendar, and wine festivals that attract visitors from all over the country. Libbey Park in the hart of the city offers free summer concerts with performances by local musicians. And, for a taste of small-town Americana there is the delightful Independence Day parade and festivities. As you spend time here, you'll discover why the Ojai Valley has been a special place throughout the ages, starting with its first known inhabitants, the Chumash, who revered this spot and called it A'hwai, meaning, according to some, "the moons nest." Come and discover the magic of Ojai for yourself.