Meridian, Second largest city in Ada County, Idaho, United States.
Description
Meridian sits on a flat plain in Treasure Valley and features multiple irrigation canals winding through residential and commercial districts. The settlement extends along wide streets where shopping centers, parks, and housing complexes alternate, while open fields border the outer areas.
History
The settlement was first named Hunter in 1891 and changed to Meridian in 1893 because of its position along the Boise Meridian line. Growth began with agriculture and shifted into a rapidly expanding suburb of Boise in the late 20th century.
Culture
The Winter Lights Parade gathers neighbors and organizations who present decorated floats and vehicles through downtown streets. This event draws families who line the route to watch illuminated displays and enjoy seasonal music together.
Practical
Visitors reach the center via Interstate 84 or state highways that require about 15 minutes of driving from Boise. Most public facilities, shops, and restaurants cluster around the intersecting main roads in the central area.
Did you know?
The Settlers' Irrigation Ditch from 1892 transformed the landscape from arid terrain to fertile farmland and enabled agricultural activities. This canal still operates today and supplies surrounding fields and gardens with water drawn from the Boise River.
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