Self Storage in California

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California Storage Facilities

Thanks to California's varied climate you will have a range of factors to evaluate when choosing a storage facility in California. Due to the large number of storage facilities throughout California, many storage companies offer special seasonal and promotional rates. Big or small, these storage units will help you by securely storing your possessions, while you get settled in to your new surroundings. If it office supplies, many storage facilities offer large storage units, capable of storing even the largest equipment and furniture.

Origin of State's Name: The origins of California's name are uncertain. One of the most common theories is that it was named after the queen of a mythical land described of a Spanish romantic novel.

Capital City: Sacramento or the "River City" is the state capital of California.

Population: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of California included approximately 37 million people.

Driving: To obtain driver's license information, applications, testing requirements, driver's manuals and testing locations, please visit the California Department of Motor Vehicles' website.

Agriculture and Industry: The largest employment sectors in California are trade, transportation, utilities, government, business services, education, health services and hospitality. The state is the eighth-largest economy in the world whose agricultural products citrus, dairy products, flowers, cotton, rice, tomatoes, almonds, lettuce and asparagus. In San Francisco, manufacturing has taken precedence over agriculture in recent years, particularly in "Silicon Valley," which is the heart of the technology industry. The production of television shows and movies are also huge industries in California - particularly in Los Angeles.

State Bird: The California quail is the state bird. This beautiful bird flocks in groups of up to 60 birds during the fall.

State Tree: The official state tree is the California redwood. This massive tree stands at 379-feet.

State Flower: The poppy is the state flower is the poppy. It is renowned for its flavorful seeds and bright petals.

State Song: "I Love You, California" is the official state song. It was written by F. B. Silverwood, a Los Angeles merchant.

Most Popular Cities:

• Long Beach
• Sacramento
• Oakland
• Santa Ana
• Anaheim
• Bakersfield
• Riverside
• Los Angeles
• San Diego
• San Jose
• San Francisco
• Fresno

California - Interesting Facts:

• More turkeys are raised in California than any other state.
  
  
• Alpine County is one of the smallest areas in California. There are no traffic lights, dentists or ATM machines.
  
  
• California goes by many names. "The Land of Milk and Honey," "The Golden State," "The Grape State" and "The El Dorado State" are just some of its nicknames.
  
  
• San Bernardino County is the largest county in California - it encompasses nearly 13 acres.
  
  

California - Famous People:
Because it is the center of the film industry, California is home to thousands of famous actresses and actors, but they aren't the only well-known people who have called California home. Other celebrities who hail from California include the photographers Ansel Adams and Dorothea Lange, Olympic skater Kristi Yamaguchi, the poet Maya Angelou, baseball star Joe DiMaggio, animator Walt Disney and the writer Amy Tan.

Helpful Links:

• Official California Website
• California Dental Offices
• California Moving Companies
• California Real Estate
• California Storage Facilities