The area that is now Anaheim was originally inhabited by the Tongva, a Native American tribe. The first Europeans to arrive in the area were Spanish missionaries, who established a mission in the area in the late 1700s. In the 1850s, the city was founded and was named after the Santa Ana River, which flows through the city.
Anaheim was originally an agricultural community, with the main crops being grapes, wine, and citrus. The city experienced significant growth in the 20th century, thanks to the development of Disneyland and the growth of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
In recent years, Anaheim has become a major hub for tourism and entertainment, with a number of major theme parks, such as Disneyland and California Adventure, being located in the city. The city is also home to a number of major sports venues, such as Angel Stadium (home of the Los Angeles Angels) and Honda Center (home of the Anaheim Ducks).
Anaheim was originally an agricultural community, with the main crops being grapes, wine, and citrus. The city experienced significant growth in the 20th century, thanks to the development of Disneyland and the growth of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
In recent years, Anaheim has become a major hub for tourism and entertainment, with a number of major theme parks, such as Disneyland and California Adventure, being located in the city. The city is also home to a number of major sports venues, such as Angel Stadium (home of the Los Angeles Angels) and Honda Center (home of the Anaheim Ducks).