Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Los Angeles


The sprawling city of Los Angeles, in Southern California, is one of the most famous cities in the United States. It's known internationally in the film and entertainment industry for Hollywood, a neighborhood that has drawn aspiring actors and actresses from across the country for almost a century. The warm climate and beaches are another of the city's big selling points, with nearby Venice Beach offering a laid back beaching experience like none other. LA also has a wealth of cultural attractions and important museums, including the J Paul Getty Museum. One of the most unique sites is the Le Brea Tar Pits, revealing fossils from 10,000 to 40,000 years ago. The diverse mix of things to see and do in LA makes it a perfect getaway for anyone, at any time of year.

1 J Paul Getty Museum

J Paul Getty Museum
J Paul Getty Museum Ed Bierman
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The J Paul Getty Museum complex, designed by Richard Meier, is huge, measuring 0.75 square miles and set on 110 acres. Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, the unique design, the setting, and the beautiful grounds are worth the visit alone. The museum was created by the late oil magnate, J Paul Getty. The collections range from Greek and Roman antiquities to contemporary art. The center consists of several buildings and a Central Garden, as well as a restaurant and cafe.
Address: 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles

2 Griffin Park and Observatory

Griffin Park and Observatory
Griffin Park and Observatory
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Griffith Park, situated in the eastern part of the Santa Monica Mountains, and covering an area of 4,210 acres, is the largest state park in California. In the park is the Los Angeles Zoo, the Griffith Observatory and a planetarium, a Greek theater with 4,000 seats, a riding center created for the 1984 Olympic Games, golf courses and tennis courts, and much more. Walking trails or drives into the mountains provide splendid views.
The Griffith Observatory is located on a hilltop outside the Los Angeles city center and offers viewing opportunities both during the day and night. The Zeiss telescope is the highlight, allowing for viewing of the moon and planets. There are also three solar telescopes allowing for viewing of the sun. The park and observatory are named for the founder, Griffith J. Griffith, who donated the greater part of the parkland to the city in 1896.

3 Farmers Market

Farmers Market
Farmers Market Loren Javier
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The Los Angeles Farmer's Market first started in 1934 as a very modest affair that sprung from the hardships created by the depression. At the height of the economic depression, eighteen farmers got together and set up stalls on a piece of open land near Wilshire Boulevard in order to sell their produce direct to the consumer. This experiment was so successful that the market kept on expanding. At that time it truly was a fruit and vegetable market. Over the years the market has expanded to accommodate more and more vendors. Today there are all kinds of fruit, vegetable, and other food stands, along with restaurants, and specialty shops. You can find everything from jewelry and candles to kitchenware and kids toys.

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