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Official Center
of the World®

Felicity, California

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welcome to the
Official Center
of the World®

Estimated IPO 2025

Center of the World Inc 1985

Set by law, US 1985
International 1989

going WORLD WIDE

This attractive © design has 3 floors above ground and 2 below. Grand entrance is not shown.   PATENT ALLOWS OTHER DESIGNS.

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GRAND SOJOURN ™

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                     This patented

NEXT GENERATION OF LEARNING CENTERS

includes summaries of academic disciplines and  professions  as well as  physical action in  rooms or areas of the same structure, or enclosed area.

Patent is of fundamental importance in other industries including tourism and entertainment.

Estimated cost of prototype: $ 90 million +

Market:  Mid-size cities worldwide.

  • Patent pending
  • Title of Invention: Octagonal Educational Structure with educational, professional, physical and moral developmental aspects.
  • Estimated cost of prototype: $ 80 million.
  • Market: Mid-size cities throughout the world. Also qualified entrepreneurs and corporations.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

The Museum of History in Granite

Mission: To engrave in Granite Highlights of the
History of Humanity.

Monument specifications 4,000 years-no guarantee. Nominated as World
Heritage Site by the States of Arizona and New Hampshire.
Used for teaching by the University of Northern Arizona and schools in the US and Mexico.

20 granite monuments, over 700 engraved panels and over 1,000 etchings, make this also an art museum.

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the Maze of
Honor®

Is the Ultimate whoswho.org

Preserving Memories for the Ages.

For all desiring to keep memories long term (hurrah for granite) at a memorable , prestigious and permanent location . Laser photo and text on 12×12 inch granite plaque is easily affordable by most of the population. We offer aid to remainder, Currently $100- plus $8 tax click to mazeofhonor.org

mem
ories

hall
of
Fame

HERE AT CENTER OF THE WORLD™

HALL OF FAME of parachuting

Honors individuals and organizations whose innovations and accomplishments with the parachute
provide humanity with dignity and respect

Celebrates the role of the parachute in:
Saving of life
Exploration
Military Missions
Firefighting
Aerial delivery
Sport

Tax deductible museum founded 1973.

of interest

Eiffel Tower Stairs Section #12

The sculpture at the entrance of Felicity is the 25' high section #12
of the original stairway of the Eiffel Tower.

Eiffel Tower Stairs Section #12
Sun dial at Center of the World®

The sundial's gnomon is a bronze three-dimensional interpretation of Michelangelo's Arm of
God in the Sistine Chapel, Rome, Italy. It points exactly to the center of the Church on the Hill at
Felicity.

Sun dial at Center of the World®
Renew your vows of marriage in the Church at the Center of the World

Built on the 150,000 ton Hill of Prayer, the Church on the Hill at Felicity was inspired by a chapel
in Etables-sur-Mer, Brittany, France

Renew your vows of marriage in the Church at the Center of the World
The Eight Monuments of the History of Humanity

The Eight Monuments of the History of Humanity
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ESTABLISHED IN 1985

FELICITY Historical society

Provides attractive protection on 8,000 acres

The State of California accepted and met all specifications of the FELICITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY in
order to build the attractive CHP building at Felicity, a contender for an architectural award.

on Local Site

Center of the world™

Existing Structures.

Church on the Hill

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History of Humanity

Eight Monuments, 416 Granite Panels

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The Maze of Honor

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Church on
the Hill

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History of
Humanity

Eight Monuments,
416 Granite Panels

Church on
the Hill

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The Maze of Honor®

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Existing Structures

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    The granite “History of Humanity” Is unique on this planet

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    The “Felicity Stone”is a Rosetta Stone for the future should our present languages disappear.

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    Humanity East Monument

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    Humanity Southeast Monument

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    Humanity South Monument

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    Humanity Southwest Monument

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    Humanity West Monument

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    Humanity Northwest Monument

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    Humanity North Monument

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    Humanity Northeast Monument

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    “Wall Of The Ages” includes the Hall of Fame of Parachuting founded in 1973

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    The “History of French Aviation” won the European Air and Space medal in 2003. Accepted as a gift by the French Government, touching the monument touches France.

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    "Animals of the World" monument

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    “United States Marine Corps Korean War Memorial”was dedicated in 1998

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    “History of the Foreign Legion” emphasizes redemption through danger and suffering. 2003

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    “Oceans” monument

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    “History of Arizona” (West side), “History of California”, (East side)

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    “History of the United States of America” dedicated in 2014

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    The Pyramid houses the "Official Center of the World®" established by law

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    “Felicity Sundial”. Michelangelo’s “Arm of God” points to the Church

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    “the 25ft. section #12 is part of the original Eiffel Tower stairway

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    “The Maze of Honor®"

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    ”Last Invasion of the United States” monument

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    “Literacy for Millennia” logo of the Museum of History in Granite

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JANUARY 2022 RENOVATION

Center of the World
Restaurant®

See your memories and photos
engraved in granite
and installed at a historic site
during your meal

  • Enjoy the Center of the World Specialty CHILI +™ (Our secret recipe)
  • On Historic Site location as requested by two States.
  • Unique restaurant aiming for Michelin star

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SITE CONSIDERATIONS

INQUIRIES WELCOME FROM BEST HOTEL CHAINS FOR THE

Center of the World Hotel™

Perfect weekend site for San Diego and Phoenix visitors

Additional 400-acre location with a grand view for a full-scale

CENTER OF THE WORLD RESORT ™

SITE CONSIDERATIONS

INFORMATION

local Site Considerations

Our own exit on I-8

We own NW 1/4 of Exit 164.

Ample debt free land

Over 2,700 acres with ownership on both sides of I-8.

Location

Almost exactly half-way between San Diego Metro and Phoenix Metro, a logical and interesting stop.

Ample and excellent water

One of 3 best aquifers on continent per scientific conference convened when Founder was a Water Commissioner

Transportation

Road and Rail on property. International airport 15 minutes away. Also Air (limited) on property.

Superb air quality

Ample electricity

Gradually being shifted to solar.

Proximity to city facilities

Only 8 miles from 100,000 population Yuma, AZ, hence all major facilities available (Shopping, Housing, Hotels, Medical etc.)

Recognition

Time Inc. "Design worth the trip". "World Heritage Site" nomination by States of Arizona and New Hampshire. Academic recognition.

Risks

EARTHQUAKE(S) This is California.

THE FUTURE is unknown. (We are optimists.)

OTHER “We do not know what we do not know.”

Destination: " Center of the World ®"

Has nice ring for advertising. The Town of Felicity makes it a happy destination.

Felicity Historical Society

Deed restrictions ensure continued quality.

Our own exit on I-8

We own NW 1/4 of Exit 164.

Ample debt free land

Over 2,700 acres with ownership on both sides of I-8.

Location

Almost exactly half-way between San Diego Metro and Phoenix Metro, a logical and interesting stop.

Ample and excellent water

One of 3 best aquifers on continent per scientific conference convened when Founder was a Water Commissioner

Transportation

Road and Rail on property. International airport 15 minutes away. Also Air (limited) on property.

Superb air quality

Ample electricity

Gradually being shifted to solar.

Proximity to city facilities

Only 8 miles from 100,000 population Yuma, AZ, hence all major facilities available (Shopping, Housing, Hotels, Medical etc.)

Recognition

Time Inc. "Design worth the trip". "World Heritage Site" nomination by States of Arizona and New Hampshire. Academic recognition.

Risks

EARTHQUAKE(S) This is California.

THE FUTURE is unknown. (We are optimists.)

OTHER “We do not know what we do not know.”

Destination: " Center of the World ®"

Has nice ring for advertising. The Town of Felicity makes it a happy destination.

Felicity Historical Society

Deed restrictions ensure continued quality.

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Opinions

“..engravings are wonderful”

- Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

“..created an amazing site..”

- Janet Napolitano, President, University of California

“Thanks so much - it was a truly fantastic experience for us all.. and would like to keep Naval Command College connected with Felicity and the center of the world.”

- Captain Kevin McGowan,USN, Commanding Officer of Navy Command College.

"C'est Pharaonique" "Worthy of the Pharaohs.".

-French Prime Minister Pierre Messsmer

Jacques-André Istel

I believe Grand Sojourn™ will affect the entire world favorably.

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The Founders

One Center of the World Plaza Felicity, CA 92283-7777 USA

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Welcome!
Cordially,
Jacques-Andre Istel

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General inquiries:

One Center of the World Plaza
Felicity, CA 92283-7777 USA

Phone: (760) 572-0100

Email: ctrworld@gmail

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