Los Gatos, CA
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About Los Gatos
- • Nikki Sixx, bassist and co-founder of Mötley Crüe, was born in Los Gatos.
- • Netflix's original DVD rental service was established in Los Gatos in 1997.
- • The South Pacific Coast Railroad in the 1870s spurred growth and connected Los Gatos.
- • A network of secret tunnels allegedly exists beneath downtown Los Gatos.
- • The 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake caused significant damage to downtown buildings.
- • Named 'The Cats' for mountain lions, it was incorporated in 1887.
- • With 33,529 residents, the town is smaller than neighboring Campbell.
- • At 423 feet, it offers mild slopes, not towering peaks.
- • Many residents work in the tech industry, reflecting its proximity to Silicon Valley.
- • Los Gatos feels upscale, relaxed, and steeped in natural beauty.
- • The San Jose Sharks play nearby, reaching the Stanley Cup Final in 2016.
- • Los Gatos High School has a strong football rivalry with Saratoga High School.