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The Story of Indian Wells

Set in the heart of Southern California's Coachella Valley, Indian Wells is steeped in a very rich and colorful history. From early inhabitants who unearthed its namesake well -- a source of life in an otherwise arid desert -- to intrepid settlers who pioneered the date industry to the city's 21st century status as a world-class residential and resort community, Indian Wells enjoys a distinctive narrative that underlies an exceptional lifestyle.

Read on for a more in-depth look at Indian Wells - then and now!