The city of Fresno occupies a land area of 99.1 sq mi. The downtown was revitalized in the 1960s with the completion of a major shopping mall and a convention center, which underwent expansion in the mid-1990s. In recent years, Fresno’s economy has expanded to include manufacturing, service, and industrial operations. Government employment also is an important part of the local economy. Among the largest public employers are the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and the city and county governments.

Among the city’s many parks is Roeding Park, which contains the Chaffee Zoological Gardens. Woodward Park features the Shin-Zen Japanese Friendship Gardens. Two amusement parks are located nearby. Kearney Park, located 7 mi west of Fresno, is the site of a museum preserving the memory of M. Theo Kearney, a leader of the local raisin industry. Fresno is a gateway to Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon national parks. The athletic teams of California State University at Fresno provide year-round entertainment for sports fans. Visitors to the city can take one of Fresno County’s many tours, including the Taste and Sample Tour.

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