Coachella, the Eastern most city of the Coachella Valley and is known as the "City of Eternal Sunshine - Gateway to the Salton Sea." The City of Coachella is one of the fastest growing cities in Southern California. The vibe is a young, rural, and family oriented city with a rich cultural heritage. Much of the population consists of younger American Latino Families. The city is officially bilingual. It goes without saying that if you want authentic Mexican Food, Coachella is the place to go!  Three popular fiestas are celebrated each year in Coachella. Cinco de Mayo, the 16 de Septiembre Fiesta Patrias (Mexico's Independence from Spain) and the 12 de Diciembre (the patron saint of Mexico, Santa Maria de Guadalupe) to celebrate the Virgin Mary. The fast pace of residential growth has become a beacon for attracting new businesses. Known for 95% of the nation's Date crop, Coachella farmlands also grow carrots, artichokes, grapes and citrus.