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Anaheim, California

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A beautiful castle at Disneyland, home to fairy tale magic!

Welcome to Anaheim!

Anaheim is a fun and lively city in Orange County, California. It is part of the big Greater Los Angeles area and is the most populous city in Orange County.

Home of Disneyland

The city is famous around the world for being the home of the Disneyland Resort. This huge place includes two amazing theme parks, many hotels, and lots of shops. Families love to visit and enjoy the magic!

Sports Teams

Anaheim also has two professional sports teams. The Los Angeles Angels play baseball, and the Anaheim Ducks play hockey. Fans cheer for them at their exciting games.

A Growing City

Anaheim began with fifty German families in 1857 and became an official city in 1876. For many years, it was a quiet farming place. Everything changed when Disneyland opened in 1955. After that, lots of hotels, homes, and businesses grew up around the area. Today, Anaheim is a busy city with many different kinds of neighborhoods.

The Name Anaheim

Anaheim's name has two parts. "Ana" comes from the nearby Santa Ana River. "_heim" is a German word that means "home". So, Anaheim means "home by the river"! Names like this are common in Germany.

Anaheim is a wonderful place to visit or live, full of fun and excitement for everyone!

Images

Angel Stadium before a Spring Training game in 2019.
The bright, modern interior of Anaheim's train station at night.
The Anaheim Convention Center is a large modern building where people gather for events and conferences.
A view of the Anaheim Packing House from North Anaheim Boulevard.
A detailed map showing the geography and relief features of the contiguous United States.
A historic view of an unpaved street in Anaheim, California, from 1890, featuring shops, carriages, and a streetcar.
Historic view of Anaheim High School from around 1900, showcasing its Mission-revival architecture and peaceful campus.
A historical aerial view of Anaheim, California from 1922, showing early city streets and buildings.
A beautiful panoramic view of the cities of Anaheim, Placentia, and Yorba Linda in California, showcasing forests, skylines, and natural landscapes.
Festive Christmas decorations on Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland.
Angel Stadium of Anaheim, home of the Los Angeles Angels baseball team, during a game in 2003.

Related articles

Orange County, California
Greater Los Angeles
Disneyland Resort
Professional sports
Los Angeles Angels
Anaheim Ducks

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