Today the retirement population is more prominent than gold-seeking miners who once filled the town mostly living in encampments.
Several elements make Grass Valley a highly desirable place to live or experience as a vacation escape. The City of Grass Valley, which was incorporated as a Charter City in 1893, has worked hard to keep its rich history alive. People today seek authentic places and experiences that are so difficult to find in other parts of California where few reminders of the past still stand.
The City has mapped out its buildings and places of historical significance that guests can see. Heritage Homes Walking Tour Map offers an easy way to explore the city's charming heritage homes built in the 1800s.
For retirees looking to escape the urban areas of the state -- San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, San Diego and Orange County -- many others have likewise, had the idea to move to Grass Valley. Housing isn't necessarily cheap and traffic -- yes, they have it. Don't let that deter you from checking out this excellent city and community. Visit and stay a while, but be sure to make a summer weekend part of your stay so you can gain a realistic picture.
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