The city of Del Mar, California is located along the coast in the northwestern part of San Diego County.  The city’s heritage dates back to the late 1800’s when the area was designated as the most beautiful part of the coast by a man named Theodore Loop. He discovered the land while working for the Southern California Railroad which ran between San Diego and San Bernadino.  The area, which was known as Casa Del Mar, was originally intended to be a resort for the rich and famous.  During the 1920’s the town experienced a boom period as a result of receiving electricity from San Diego Gas and Electric.  The City of Del Mar was officially incorporated in 1959 and is today the home of about 4,500 residents.

 

The town offers its residents and visitor 2.5 miles of beautiful beach that is perfect for surfing, swimming, and body-boarding.  Much like La Jolla, Del Mar is an affluent community and has many upscale restaurants and shops for people to enjoy.  The crown jewel of the community, though, is the Del Mar Fairgrounds which is home of the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, a paradise for the horse racing enthusiast.  The fairgrounds are also host to the San Diego County Fair which runs every year from June 8^th until its final day extravaganza on July 4^th. Immediately to the northeast of Del Mar lies the community of Rancho Santa Fe, which is one of the richest areas in the United States.

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