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Clovis
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.
Clovis is a municipality in Fresno County, California, adjacent to the larger city of Fresno. In 2005, the population of the city was 89,924 and an area of 44.3 square kilometers. The city of Clovis began as a freight stop along the San Joaquin Valley Railroad. Clovis is situated midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, bordering Fresno, in the agriculturally rich San Joaquin Valley. Lying at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, which includes Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, Clovis, has been known as Gateway to the Sierras since its incorporation in 1912.
In the city the population was spread out with 30.7 percent under the age of 18, 9.2 percent from 18 to 24, 30.4 percent from 25 to 44, 20.4 percent from 45 to 64, and 9.4 percent who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.
A city known for its historic myths and traditions, scenic beauty, cooperative people and luxurious hotels and cottages, Clovis is one of the favorite holiday destinations for most of the vacation lovers.
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