San Jose

San Jose

General Information
Name	San Jose
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Settlement Type	City
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Location
Coordinates	37.3382°-121.8863 {{{3}}}°{{{4}}}
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Population
Total	1,021,795
Density	per km²
Area
Total	469.7 km²
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San Jose is a major city in the U.S. state of California. It is the largest city in Northern California by both population and area. San Jose is the county seat of Santa Clara County, which is the most affluent county in California and one of the most affluent in the United States.

History

San Jose was founded on November 29, 1777, as the first city in the Spanish colony of Nueva California, which later became Alta California. It was the first civilian settlement, or pueblo, in California. The city served as a farming community to support Spanish military installations at San Francisco and Monterey.

Economy

San Jose is known as a global city, notable for its affluence and high cost of living. The city is a major technology hub within the Silicon Valley, which is home to many of the world's largest technology companies. The presence of these companies has led to the city being one of the wealthiest major cities in the United States and the world.

Education

San Jose is home to several major institutions of higher education, including San Jose State University, which is the oldest public university on the West Coast of the United States. The city also hosts a number of private colleges and universities, as well as a robust public school system.

Transportation

San Jose is served by several major highways, including Interstate 280, Interstate 680, and U.S. Route 101. The city is also served by the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, which offers flights to numerous domestic and international destinations.

Culture

San Jose has a diverse cultural scene, with numerous museums, theaters, and other cultural institutions. The city is home to the San Jose Museum of Art, the Tech Interactive, and the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose.

See also

• Silicon Valley
• California
• Santa Clara County, California

External links

• Official website of San Jose