Temecula
Temecula is a city located in the southwestern part of Riverside County, California, United States. The city is a prominent tourist destination, with the Temecula Valley Wine Country, Old Town Temecula, the Temecula Valley Polo Club, the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, the Temecula Valley International Film Festival, championship golf courses, and resort accommodations attracting a significant amount of tourists which appreciably contributes to the city's economic profile.
History[edit | edit source]
The area was inhabited by the Temecula Indians for hundreds of years before their contact with the Spanish missionaries. The name Temecula comes from the Luiseño word "Temecunga" - "temet" meaning "sun" and "-ngna" which means "place of".
Geography[edit | edit source]
Temecula is bordered by the city of Murrieta to the north and the Pechanga Indian Reservation and San Diego County to the south. The city covers a total area of 37.28 square miles, of which, 37.27 square miles of it is land and 0.01 square miles of it (0.03%) is water.
Healthcare[edit | edit source]
Temecula is served by several different healthcare facilities. The largest of these is the Temecula Valley Hospital, which offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including emergency care, heart care, advanced surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, maternity, and rehabilitation services.
Education[edit | edit source]
Temecula is served by the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD). The district operates 17 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 3 comprehensive high schools, and 1 continuation high school. In addition, there are several private schools in the city.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Temecula is largely driven by tourism, retail, education, healthcare, and social services. The city is also home to many commercial, office, and retail developments.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Several notable individuals hail from Temecula, including professional golfer Rickie Fowler, professional baseball player Reid Johnson, and actress Erin Sanders.
See also[edit | edit source]
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