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Set in a valley in the Topatopa Mountains
Ojai History
Ojai is a city located in Ventura County, California, USA, that is known for its natural beauty, mild climate, and artistic community. The area has a rich history that dates back thousands of years to the Chumash Native American tribes who were the original inhabitants of the region.
The Chumash people are believed to have settled in the Ojai Valley as early as 10,000 years ago, and archaeological evidence shows that they lived in the region for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The Chumash were skilled fishermen, hunters, and gatherers, and they developed a complex society with a rich mythology, art, and culture.
The first Europeans to explore the Ojai Valley were Spanish explorers, who arrived in the area in the late 1700s. The Spanish established missions throughout California, including the nearby San Buenaventura Mission. The Chumash people were forced to work at the missions as laborers, and many died from disease and mistreatment.
