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Mendocino (Spanish for "of Mendoza ") [ 4 ] is an unincorporated community in Mendocino County, California, United States. The name comes from Cape Mendocino 85 miles (137 km) to the north, named by early Spanish navigators in honor of Antonio de Mendoza, Viceroy of New Spain.
"Mendocino" means "middle son," which is associated with the family name of Mendoza. The name originated from an explorer named Lorenzo Suárez de Mendoza. In the 1850s, farmers left their farms in Mendocino when they failed to find their financial success in the Gold Rush.
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The picturesque village we know today as Mendocino, was created by accident (actually shipwreck). In 1851, a merchant ship called the Frolic hit rocks and run aground near today's Caspar. Jerome Ford came to the area to find the wreck and salvage its cargo.
The town’s name comes from Cape Mendocino, named by early Spanish navigators in honor of Antonio de Mendoza, Viceroy of New Spain. Despite its small size, the town’s scenic location on a headland surrounded by the Pacific Ocean has made it extremely popular as an artist colony and with vacationers.
Mendocino County (/ ˌ m ɛ n d ə ˈ s iː n oʊ / ⓘ; Mendocino, Spanish for "of Mendoza") [5] is a county located on the North Coast of the U.S. state of California. As of the 2020 census , the population was 91,601. [ 6 ]
Mendocino County derives its name from Cape Mendocino, which lies northward of its northern boundary. Cape Mendocino was given its name by a famous Spanish navigator of the 16th century, Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo.
May 10, 2024 · Mendoza is one of the most visited areas in Argentina. Known for its amazing wine region at the foot of the imposing Andes mountain range, Mendoza is perfect for couples, families, backpackers and solo travelers. We check out the 15 things you can’t miss on your visit to Mendoza.
