Los Angeles
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Everyone knows Los Angeles. It's the home to Hollywood, where pretty much every American movie is made. It's the “City of Angels”. It's the second biggest city in all of the United States. The weather is perfect about 99% of the time. People travel from all over the world to catch a glimpse of beautiful Los Angeles, and there's good reason for that. Some people visit with the intent to return home, but end up staying because it's so perfect. There's a diverse culture in Los Angeles, with 41.3% Whites (29.4% Non-Hispanic), 57.5% Hispanic, 9.8% African American and 10.7% Asian. Southern California is a jewel all on its own, and Los Angeles is the cherry on top.
History
Los Angeles started out as a Native American settlement for over 1,000 years. It wasn't until the Spanish Empire claimed the Southern end of California in the 1500s that this changed. It was a very small community of religious Spaniards that didn't grow until the early 1800s when it was claimed by Mexico. After the Mexican-American War

Sightseeing in Los Angeles

If you are in your 20s, however, then you might find that Venice Beach is more of your speed. This is where people lift weights right on the shore, form drum circles, and experience a very controlled form of anarchy.
One of the most popular spots is the Hollywood Walk of Fame, if you are a movie buff. Los Angeles is the movie capital of the world, where the legends are honored.
Finally, if you want something extraordinarily unique, then visit the La Brea Tar Pits. It's not often you find a park with tar pits in America, especially in a major city like Los Angeles, so it's a once in a lifetime experience for those that don't live there.
Districts

The Elysian Park part of Los Angeles is also nearby and is quite famous, offering many places to take in the natural beauty of Los Angeles. If you want to take in the museums, the Tar Pits, city parks, and movie theaters, then you should head to the Mid-City West District. It's also a great place to eat, but can tend to be quite expensive. There’s no shortage of great districts in Los Angeles, but there are some areas to avoid.
Food
Los Angeles has one of the most diverse populations in all of the United States, and it shows when it comes to their food. Hispanic and Asian populations are high in Los Angeles, so you won’t have a problem finding great authentic foods. Sushi, hamburgers, BBQ chicken pizza, tacos, and fusion burritos are all included in the list of foods you must try if you are visiting Los Angeles, so come hungry!Hotels
Los Angeles is home to some of the most historic and beautiful hotels in the world. The most well known is the Millennium Biltmore, known mainly for its gorgeous lobby. The Spanish cathedral-type structure is breathtaking, and was actually home to the Academy Awards in the 1930s. In Hollywood, the Roosevelt Hotel opened in 1927 and also has Spanish architecture, and also hosted the Academy Awards in 1929. If you want more celebrity nostalgia, check out the Beverly Hills Hotel. The Beatles once stayed here when they played in Los Angeles, and it is the inspiration for the song “Hotel California” by the Eagles.Budget
$ 74 USDTitta Inn
$ 96 USDCoral Sands Motel
$ 101 USDCrystal Inn Suites & Spas
$ 160 USDHollywood Celebrity Hotel
$ 191 USDVenice Beach Suites and Hotel
$ 128 USDComfort Inn Cockatoo Near LAX Airport
Comfortable
$ 467 USDMondrian Los Angeles Hotel
$ 227 USDThe Concourse At Los Angeles Airport
$ 255 USDPetit Ermitage Hotel
$ 281 USDHilton Los Angeles Universal City Hotel
$ 243 USDElan Hotel
$ 177 USDMiyako Hybrid Hotel
Luxurious
$ 228 USDSheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
$ 573 USDSLS Hotel a Luxury Collection Hotel Beverly Hills
$ 389 USDW Hollywood
$ 332 USDSheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel
Suburbs

Sports
There is no shortage of sporting events in Los Angeles with many professional teams to watch. Most notably, Los Angeles is home to the Dodgers and Angels of Major League Baseball (the Angels play in Anaheim). There are also two teams from the National Hockey League nearby, the Los Angeles Kings, and Anaheim Ducks. There are two basketball teams that share the Staples Center
Safety
Some people think that Los Angeles has an incredibly high crime rate, but it's some of the suburbs that have higher crime. Staying on the south end of the city limits or the west end are the safest areas. The neighborhoods that have the lowest crime rates are Rinaldi Street, Sesnon Boulevard, and Porter Ranch Drive.Transportation

Los Angeles is notorious for its heavy commuter traffic, grinding the main arteries to a halt during rush hour; so if you plan to go sightseeing by car, it is advisable to avoid peak times.
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Author: koreydbeckett. Last updated: Jul 14, 2014
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