SACRAMENTO

 

California begins here...

Sacramento is the capital of California. It is located 90 miles northeast of San Francisco, 383 miles north of Los Angeles. One of the most historic cities in California, Sacramento boasts an impressive array of landmarks, parks, amenities and other must-see points of interest. Sacramento has some unique nicknames, including "The River City," "The Camellia Capital of the World," "City of Trees," and "The Big Tomato." Natives often refer to it as Sactown. Hailed as one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America, Sacramento got its start as a supply center for prospectors from around the globe during the 1849 Gold Rush.

SUTTER'S FORT
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA  

Sutter’s Fort is located in the heart of Northern California and the Midtown Sacramento grid. John A. Sutter came to this site in 1839. He completed the fort in a few years. Sutter obtained the land he had from the Mexican Governor of California. The fort was an important trading post and was a goal for covered wagon pioneers. Many gold seekers came here on their way to the diggings. The fort was restored in 1892.

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