The Top Attractions in Fresno, CA
Fresno County houses 30 structures which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Since the climate of the area is moderate and there is little precipitation falling, buildings can withstand the test of time a lot easier than in other regions of the US. The Fresno Water Tower still stands where visitors can see where water was housed for the early residents. When it was in use, 250,000 gallons at a time were in the storage tank. Water was important for the crops and to battle the fires that broke out in the settlements. A visit to the Kearny Mansion Museum will show you how one of the founding families in the area lived during their heyday. Walk the beautiful and sprawling garden on the property or study the artifacts left behind to see what was popular during the generation. Kings Canyon National Park is for the visitor who likes to see things in person. There are miles of hiking and biking trails across both flat and rugged terrain. A lake provides boating and fishing opportunities for individuals and families. Lots of scenic views offer a place for picnicking and picture taking. The Southern Pacific Depot shows of history of the early settlement, with railroad history and the first pictures and buildings of Fresno Station. See a railroad tie or pick up a piece of coal. Meux Home Museum is the original home the Meux family built. Mr. Meux was a Civil War doctor who moved west once the war was over and practiced medicine in the region. It is large and sprawling and boasts of architectural significance for the time. Visitors can see the inside of the restored home to see how well to do families of the time lived. Forestiere Underground Gardens were dug by a man who had originally thought he would be growing grapes in a vineyard. He bought land before he arrived in the US from Sicily. When he discovered his land to be mostly rock, he created underground gardens as a way to still grow things and be prosperous. He dug tunnels and paths on his property for years. They have been maintained through the years and the gardens are open for visitors to tour and explore the patios, passageways and walkways he dug. When you don't want to see any more museums or you want to get outside and enjoy something modern, there are plenty of golf courses to discover. There are also family entertainment facilities, with arcades, roller coasters and shows for the entire family to enjoy. Fresno also offers many art museums and cultural exhibits with performances in the dance and theater genres. Fresno is a large hub for conventions, since it is temperate all year long. There is a large convention hall with many places for accommodation in the sprawling urban center. Fresno also has many resorts in the perimeter, with golfing, swimming and meeting locations for families who are combining business with pleasure on their trip.
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