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May 14, 2024 · Fresno, city, seat (1874) of Fresno county, central California, U.S. The town site—located in the San Joaquin Valley, about 190 miles (305 km) southeast of San Francisco—was settled in 1872 as a station on the Central (later Southern) Pacific Railroad.
Fresno County is the heart of California; home to a diverse community, all of whom have a deep pride in our area—and once you’re here, it’s easy to see why. We have something to offer everyone: from thrilling outdoor adventures and affordable family-friendly activities to the heartland of farm-to-fork dining and unique shopping and entertainment.
Fresno is the largest inland city in U.S. state of California. It has a population of 542,107 people. If the surrounding suburbs are included, it has a population near 1 million. It is the county seat of Fresno County, in the Central Valley.
