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Palm SpringsRiverside County,CaliforniaThe California state capital is Sacramento. What would you like to know about Palm Springs
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The population of Palm Springs is approximately 45,000 (1998).
The amount of land area in Palm Springs is 198.257 sq. kilometers.
Palm Springs elevation is 466 feet above sea level. Return to Index Palm Springs location: in the Coachella Valley, 100 miles southeast of Los Angeles
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The climate for Palm Springs is a desert climate with dry air and low humidity History & History Related Items Palm Springs history: A history page for Palm Springs Palm Springs was originally known as Agua Caliente (Spanish for "Hot Water"). In 1863, the area was chosen as a stop on the stagecoach line from Los Angeles to the New Mexico Territory. By the 1880's, it was becoming a residential community. John G. McCallum was the first permanent white settler in the area. Incorporation for Palm Springs was voted for on April 1, 1938 and passed. Palm Springs became a city! Return to Index Palm Springs attractions: See this page for Palm Springs attractions Palm Springs is known as a beautiful oasis in the desert. It is widely used as a fashionable winter resort. There are many fine golf courses in the area, as well as a community college and a botanical garden. A well-attended attraction is the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, which whisks riders to the top of Mt. San Jacinto (3301m/10,831 ft) and the cool mountain air. Near the city, and in fact, a portion of the community, is the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation. Palm Springs Tourism - Lots of info about Palm Springs! The Complete Guide to Palm Springs Return to Index
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