Los Angeles is a huge city with over 18 million residents, and I’m always looking for new neighborhoods to explore. Recently I found one that looked interesting, spent the day there, and took some photos. Here’s some information about it to help you decide if you should visit next time you’re in L.A.
Alhambra
As one of the oldest towns in Los Angeles County, Alhambra offers historical homes and buildings alongside contemporary apartment buildings. The city also has several parks, including the William DeGaulle Memorial Park and Recreation Center which includes tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball diamonds, and more. In addition to its parks and open spaces, Alhambra also offers numerous shops and restaurants along Main Street which runs through the center of town.
Downey
Downey is located approximately 13 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles and it’s one of the oldest cities in Los Angeles County with a population of over 110,000 people. It was incorporated in 1956 and it’s one of the most diverse cities in California with over 90 languages spoken by its residents. The city was originally named after James Edward Downey, an Irish immigrant who became governor of California during the Civil War era.
Silverlake
Silverlake is a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. It’s located between Hollywood to the east and Los Feliz to the west, extending from Sunset Boulevard on the north to Virgil Avenue on the south. It’s bordered by Echo Park to the north, Atwater Village to the east, East Hollywood and Westlake to the south, and unincorporated Los Angeles County areas of Hollywood Hills West and Los Feliz Manor to the west.
Koreatown
Koreatown is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Los Angeles. It’s home to the famous Wilshire Boulevard and the Miracle Mile, which is a long stretch of road that runs from MacArthur Park to La Brea Avenue. The area was originally known as Westlake because it was built on what used to be a lake.
Koreatown has become a must-visit destination for tourists and locals alike who are interested in Korean culture. Some of the many attractions include K-Town Night Market, Koreatown Plaza, and Dragon’s Gate Garden. Many people also come here just to eat at the many restaurants and shops that specialize in Korean food and merchandise.
Echo Park
Echo Park is a neighborhood of more than 40,000 residents that has been a part of the city of Los Angeles since 1910. It is bordered by Elysian Park to the north, Chinatown to the east, Downtown LA and Silver Lake to the south, and Cypress Park to the west.
Echo Park is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Los Angeles, as it is home to many different ethnicities, nationalities and cultures. This diversity creates an interesting mix of culture and entertainment options for residents and visitors alike.
Hollywood
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a star-studded sidewalk that honors celebrities from all walks of life with a bronze plaque at their favorite spot along the street. There are over 2,600 stars on Hollywood Boulevard and another 2,558 on Vine Street. The Walk of Fame was created by Johnny Grant in 1958 to honor those who have made significant contributions to entertainment during their careers or have made other major contributions to American culture through their work in motion pictures, television, music, theater, and radio. People are eligible if they have been deceased for at least five years or have had an active career in the field for at least 25 years.
Takeaway: I hope you enjoyed this exploration of six unique neighborhoods in Los Angeles, Ca. It’s a wonderful city to explore by car, but also contains numerous fun neighborhoods to get acquainted with. In the end, you can’t go wrong no matter what neighborhood you choose, but these are a few local favorites of mine. Hopefully, they can help guide your next trip to the City of Angels.
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