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Bellflower
California is the most populous state of the United States. Located on the Pacific coast of North America, it is bordered by Oregon, Nevada, Arizona and Mexico. California is known for its pleasant climate and ethnically diverse population. The name California is most commonly believed derived from a storied paradise peopled by black Amazons and ruled by Queen Califia.
Bellflower is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It was incorporated on September 3, 1957. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 72,878 inhabitants. The city derives its name from a mispronunciation of belle fleur, a variety of apple tree.
The city of Bell Gardens has a rich history dating back to the late 1700’s when the area was associated with a large amount of land situated along the lower basin of the Rio Hondo area in Los Angeles County. Bell Gardens was once a bustling agricultural center for immigrants escaping the Mexican government. According to the United States census bureau, the city has a total area of 15.9 square kilometers out of it 15.7 square kilometers is land and 0.2 square kilometers is water area.
In the city the population was spread out with 31.9 percent under the age of 18, 10.3 percent from 18 to 24, 32.0 percent from 25 to 44, 17.4 percent from 45 to 64, and 8.4 percent who were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 95.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.6 males. Their mission is to protect and enrich the quality of life, to make Bellflower an excellent place, to live, work and play.
Bellflower is also known as the town of best geographical environment and has traced its origins back to prehistoric times. Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and can also enjoy its natural beauty concealed by the beautiful landscapes.
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