We have been living in La Habra, California for twenty-five years. City of Fullerton is behind the retaining wall in our backyard. We do a lot of thing in Fullerton such as go for walks in Laguna Lake, biking on trails, eat at the restaurants, have my hair done, or go to the hospital. We drive through downtown Fullerton hundreds of times, but have never taken a leisure walk in that area.
This morning we went on an Fullerton downtown tour organized by a lady from our church group. We walked 45,000 steps in two hours according to several peoples’ apps.
“Fullerton was founded in 1887. It secured the land on behalf of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. Historically it was a ,center of agriculture, notably groves of Valencia oranges and other citrus crops.
In 1886, the city began negotiations with George H. Fullerton, president of the Pacific Land and Improvement Company, also a Santa Fe subsidiary. They offered free right-of-way and half interest in the land to the railroad and name the city after him. On July 5, 1887, the negotiation came through and the railroad station is now the intersection of Harbor Boulevard and Commonwealth Avenue.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fullerton,_California
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Thank you!
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It is quite amazing how much you see when you do a walking tour, Miriam.
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Yes, and found out the stories behind so many street names, original business of certain building. There is a theatre with murals on both sides of the walls indoor, structure deteriorated. The city wanted to tear it down, but this heritage society organization fought for years to preserve it. I learned so much!
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We also love taking Nature walks or exploring city on foot☺️☺️ it’s just amazing! And 45K steps… Wow! Beautiful pictures 👍👍 Cheers, Charu
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Thank you, it was an way overdue walk. We talked about doing that many times. I’m glad we finally did it.
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Good share thanks! Wow 45,000 steps!! Great walk work out😊
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Yes, it was continuous. We rested we the guide talked.
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