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Foster City
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. Foster City is an affluent planned city located in San Mateo County, California. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 28,803 inhabitants. Foster City was founded in the 1960s on engineered landfill in the marshes of the San Francisco Bay, on the east edge of San Mateo. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 51.6 square kilometers. The population density is 2,957.7 per square kilometers.
Foster City is one of the nation's safest cities. There is an average of one murder per decade. It is also one of the state's longest and oldest piers in existence. Foster City has more parks per capita than any other city in California. It has world renowned architect and father of Modernism Le Corbusier was commissioned to design a living complex for the city in the late 60's.
Foster City is also known as the city 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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