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Temecula, California

Located in Riverside County, California, Temecula was established in 1859. Temecula Valley has over 40 wineries and is Southern California's wine country. The name comes from the Luiseño Native American word 'Temecunga' meaning 'place of the sun.'.
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Founded 1859 | Population 113,500 | Peak 113,500 (2024) | County Riverside County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Temecula, California

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1859 Butterfield Stage Stop: Stage route stop in the valley.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Temecula's identity and economy.
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1999 Wine Country Emerges: Temecula Valley wineries gain recognition.
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2010 Old Town Revitalization: Historic Old Town becomes dining destination.
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Latest News in Temecula

Jan 1, 1970
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Jan 1, 1970
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Jan 1, 1970
White House Signals Review of Mysterious Deaths and Disappearances Among U.S. Scientists in Sensitive Fields
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Sexual Assault Probe and Staff Revolt Threaten to End Congressman’s California Gubernatorial Bid
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Complete Historical Timeline

1859 Transport
Butterfield Stage Stop
1942 Government
Military Presence
1999 Business
Wine Country Emerges
2010 Business
Old Town Revitalization

Did You Know?

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Temecula Valley has over 40 wineries and is Southern California's wine country.
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The name comes from the Luiseño Native American word 'Temecunga' meaning 'place of the sun.'.
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Old Town Temecula dates back to the 1880s and is a popular dining and shopping destination.
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Temecula is located in Riverside County, California.
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Temecula was founded in 1859.

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