King City, Charter city in Monterey County, United States.
King City is a city in Monterey County, California, extending across agricultural lands in the Salinas Valley. Situated at 102 meters elevation along U.S. Route 101, it functions as a local hub for the surrounding farming region.
The settlement began in 1886 when Charles King purchased land in the area and was formally incorporated as a city in 1911. This private initiative sparked the development of a settlement hub within the agricultural region.
The Robert Stanton Auditorium displays Art Moderne design and houses artworks by Jo Mora that visitors can view. The community uses this space for local events, making it a gathering point for residents and travelers alike.
Monterey-Salinas Transit operates bus services connecting King City with other communities in Monterey County. The city sits directly on Route 101, making arrival by car straightforward.
The area was once known as Hog Town because wild pigs roamed the surrounding fields. The name shifted to King City after formal city establishment.
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