Gilroy, Agricultural center in Santa Clara County, California, United States.
Gilroy sits in the southern Santa Clara Valley, surrounded by mountain ranges and open farmland. The town covers an area of roughly 16 square miles and connects residential neighborhoods with working agricultural zones.
Settlement began with the Spanish land grant Rancho San Ysidro in the early 19th century to Ygnacio Ortega. Scottish settler John Gilroy moved to the area, and the town was officially founded in the mid-1800s.
The town is known for its annual garlic festival, which has drawn visitors from across the region for decades. Local restaurants serve dishes made with locally grown produce, reflecting the agricultural identity of the community.
The town is easily reached via Highway 101 and provides access to several wineries and outdoor areas. Visitors will find multiple shopping options and restaurants along the main roads running through the center.
The town museum displays artifacts and documents tracing the development of the region across several generations. The collection includes items from the era of Spanish land grants through to modern agriculture.
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