The Greater Fresno area is in the heart of California, and is the top source of agricultural products in the United States! That's right: Fresno County is the top-producing agricultural county in the nation. But the 559 is more than fresh produce. Fresno and the surrounding communities are home to:

* The Fresno Chaffee Zoo (fresnochaffeezoo.org/), with its impressive exhibits, such as the African Adventure and Sea Lion Cove. 

* A tasty food and beverage scene, including the Brewery District, delicious local restaurants, a variety of beloved food trucks, and the best tacos in California!

* Excellent higher education at Fresno Pacific University, California State University Fresno, and the State Center Community College District.

* A vibrant arts and entertainment scene, featuring the historic Tower District, with local live theater and nightlife, a monthly Art Hop, and big name concerts at the SaveMart Center. 

* Nationally recognized pediatric health care at Valley Children's Healthcare, along with other healthcare providers, such as Community Medical Providers and the Fresno VA Medical Center. 

* Fresno's famous Christmas Tree Lane (christmastreelane.com), Forestiere Underground Gardens (undergroundgardens.com/), Chukchansi Park, home of the Fresno Grizzlies (milb.com/fresno), The annual Big Hat Days and Clovis Rodeo, and so much more!

* The beach communities of the Central Coast are about 2 1/2 hours away, Paso Robles Wine Country is 2 hours away, and the Yosemite National Park is 1 1/2 hours away.