TEMECULA, Calif. — 150 years old and still never a dull moment in Temecula Valley, Southern California Wine Country. “If you have never experienced Temecula Valley, the region has something to offer everyone,” says Kimberly Adams, President and CEO of the Temecula Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau. The first post office was granted by the federal government in 1859 to the small community of Temecula.
Temecula posted its first piece of mail over 150 years ago, unofficially marking the community’s 150th birthday this month. Rich history is found at the Temecula Valley Museum at Sam Hick’s Park in Old Town Temecula. The community boasts a 150-ton monument made of granite also quarried in Temecula. The monument “They Passed This Way” bears names of dozens of pioneers who came through Temecula years ago as the West was being settled.
150 years later, Temecula Valley has developed into a tourism destination boasting over 150 things to do. With events such as the Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival, the annual Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival, the Rod Run, Jazz Festivals and several other signature events, Temecula Valley has forged its claim as the ideal hotspot for San Diego and Orange County visitors. But the fun doesn’t stop there. The region is home to wonderful entertainment, well-known golf resorts, award-winning wines and historic site seeing. Temecula Valley is a bride’s dream wedding destination, and an all around perfect get-away destination.
Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or weeklong siesta, Temecula Valley is an ideal hotspot for visitors from San Diego or Orange County. Within an hour drive from most Southern California cities, Temecula Valley offers its visitors a convenient location to relax, enjoy and celebrate a piece of history. Visitors can take advantage of this getaway, avoid jetlag and security checkpoints while staying close to home.
For a local getaway consider the total package; Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country! With 150 years of culture, history and entertainment, Temecula Valley is the ideal place to make it all happen.
For 150 ideas of fun things to do and see in Temecula Valley visit: www.TemeculaCVB.com or call the Temecula Convention and Visitors Bureau at 888-363-2852.
