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Santa Ana may be tucked into the fabric of Orange County, but don’t mistake it for a background city — it’s got bold flavor and a distinct pulse all its own. From art walks that take over entire streets to some of the best tacos you’ll ever eat, Santa Ana leans into its Latin roots while evolving into a creative, culturally rich destination.
Historic architecture meets modern edge, and the community’s pride runs deep. Let’s see what we discover.
Let’s see what we discover.
Things you didn’t know about Santa Ana.
5. Santa Ana is home to California’s oldest courthouse.
The Old Orange County Courthouse, built in 1901, is a stunning example of Romanesque Revival architecture — and it’s still in use for civic events and film shoots.
4. There’s a zoo requirement for monkeys.
Seriously — the Santa Ana Zoo is contractually obligated to always have at least 50 monkeys on-site. It’s one of the quirkiest stipulations ever written into a land donation.
3. The city helped kickstart California’s mural movement.
Santa Ana’s Chicano art legacy is profound, with bold, community-centered murals stretching back to the ’70s. Today, art still spills across alleyways and building walls with striking force.
2. Santa Ana has its own mini Museum Row.
The Bowers Museum and the Heritage Museum of Orange County are cultural gems that punch way above their weight, showcasing everything from global artifacts to local Black and Latino history.
1. It was once a major hub for aerospace manufacturing.
During the Cold War era, Santa Ana played a role in the aerospace industry, with factories and tech labs humming in the background of everyday life.
Bottom line.
New York doesn’t ask for your attention — it demands it. And yet, for all its noise and movement, the real magic is found in the moments that catch you off guard: a quiet street corner, a spontaneous laugh, a bit of history hiding in plain sight. That’s the kind of city New York is. The kind that stays with you.
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