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Forestiere Underground Gardens
The Discovery Center
Woodward Park
Shinzen Friendship Garden
Fresno Art Museum
Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre
Arte Americas
Fresno Grizzles Minor League Baseball - Chuckchansi Park
The Blossom Trail
Kearney Mansion Museum
Fresno Philharmonic
Rotary Storyland & Playland
Millerton Lake State Recreation Area
Fresno Convention & Entertainment Center
Vineyard Farmers Market, Fresno, CA
Tower District
Island Waterpark
Sam's Italian Deli
Old Fresno Water Tower
Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company
Moravia Wines
Wild Water Adventure Park
Fashion Fair Mall
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When was Fresno founded?
- The fifth largest city in California, Fresno was formed in 1856 after the California Gold Rush.
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Where is Fresno located?
- The bustling site lies in the center of the San Joaquin Valley and is named after the collection of ash trees lining the San Joaquin River.
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How did Fresno develop in the 1980s?
- In the 80s, Fresno flourished with an addition of more stylized architecture and electric streetcars. Many of these structures can be seen today as visitors walk down Fulton Street and explore Downtown Fresno.
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What are some popular attractions in Fresno?
- Other sites of interest in Fresno include the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Forestiere Underground Gardens, and Warnors Theatre.
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