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Here are some interesting facts about the city of Huntington Beach, California:
1. Originally known as Pacific City, Huntington Beach was officially incorporated in 1909.
2. Huntington Beach's long, wide beach was perfect for automobile racing in the early 1900s. In 1924, Huntington Beach held its first annual Easter Surfing Contest, which is now the longest-running surfing competition in the world.
3. In the 1950s, Huntington Beach was called "Surf City USA" in a popular song by Jan and Dean. The city even trademarked the phrase in 2006.
4. Huntington Beach is home to the International Surfing Museum, which celebrates the history of surfing and its cultural significance.
5. The city is also home to the Huntington Beach Pier, which is one of the longest piers on the West Coast at 1,850 feet.
6. During World War II, the U.S. Navy established the Huntington Beach Naval Air Station, which played a critical role in the war effort. Today, the site is home to the Golden West College campus.
7. Huntington Beach is known for its beautiful sunsets, which are enhanced by offshore oil rigs that reflect the light.
8. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve spans more than 1,200 acres and is home to more than 200 bird species and a variety of other wildlife.
9. The annual U.S. Open of Surfing takes place in Huntington Beach each summer and attracts surfers and beach-goers from all over the world.
10. Huntington Beach has been the backdrop for numerous films and TV shows, including "The O.C.," "Point Break," and "American Pie 2."
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