Sacramento is the capital city of the state of California, and is the sixth largest city in the state. Sacramento has recently reached status as a global city, and has been acclaimed as one of the most ethnically and racially integrated cities in America. Sacramento adopted its current charter in 1920. As a charter city, Sacramento is exempt from many laws and regulations instituted by the state legislature, and as a result have expanded continuously throughout the years. Sacramento’s oldest city is Old Sacramento, which consists of historic buildings that have been restored, preserved, or reconstructed, and traditional cobbled streets. Visual arts, museums, and theaters are also abundant in Sacramento, allowing tourists to pick from a wide array of attractions.