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16 (9) Knott's Berry
Farm
 That's
why its called Knotts Berry Farm!
What was once a working
berry farm is now 160 acres of world class rides, unique family
shows and one of a kind attractions. Rock n Roll with over 165 of
the wildest thrilliest thrill rides on the West Coast at Knott's
Berry Farm, "America's #1 theme park". Hunt down the Boardwalk
for the extremely extreme. Small children may feel less overwhelmed
at Camp Snoopy. The park is heightest as height limits apply to
most of the rides. Expect to have to queue. Attachable hats and
sunscreen is recommended as sunstroke and sunburn are not. Skip
the chicken unless you are very hungry.
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17 Griffith Observatory
Griffith Observatory
is one of southern California's most popular attractions and a Los
Angeles icon. Located on the southern slope of Mount Hollywood in
Griffith Park the Observatory is 1,134 feet above sea level. The
views are simply awesome. Considered by many to be on par with the
Royal Observatory in Greenwich in London, the Griffith Observatory
attractions thousands of visitors every day. Be smart and check
the weather before you go and arrive early to see the new planetarium
show. Griffith Observatory is also located close to the Hollywood
Sign so consider 'doing' both in one trip.
Griffith Observatory
2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 473-0800
This address can be entered
into GPS or mapping programs to get to the Observatory. Admission
and parking is free but there is a small charge to see shows in
the Samuel Oschin Planetarium.
Griffith
Observatory
18 California Science
Center
The engaging CSC has
lot of activities for children of all ages. It also keeps the adults
interested with high quality informative exhibits. The CSC provides
a good account of the history of space exploration and has some
excellent IMAX shows.You may also pick up some unique toys and presents
from CSC shop.
The Center is divided
into zones and worlds. The Creative World explores human
inventions in the fields communication, transportation and structures.
The World of Life examines the life processes on planet
Earth. Air and Space Exhibits explore real aerospace artifacts
and discover how scientific principles affect aircraft and spacecraft
design. Starting this year, the new Ecosystems allows you
to discover how life on our planet is shaped by its unique geophysical
and biological processes.
The site surrounding
the facility is quite appealing. The very large rose garden out
front is worth spending time in and the building is modern, well
designed and it is easy to navigate. Parking is excellent. Watch
out for the old spy plane while you are there.
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Science Center
19 Cathedral of Our
Lady of the Angels
The Cathedral of Our
Lady of the Angels is the biggest church in the US and third biggest
in the world. An impressive sight to most, perhaps a little too
modern for some. "Spanish architect, Professor José
Rafael Moneo has designed a dynamic, contemporary Cathedral with
virtually no right angles. This geometry contributes to the Cathedral's
feeling of mystery and its aura of majesty" says the Church.
The Cathedral of Our
Lady of the Angels has a 20,000 square plaza containing a meditation
garden. 1.5 million people have visited this LA landmark since it
opened in September, 2002.
Cathedral
of Our Lady of the Angels
20 Westwood Memorial
Park
The small and peaceful
Westwood Memorial Park is worth visiting to pay homage to the past
lives of its inhabitants. You can visit Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon,
Rodney Dangerfield, Merv Griffin, Dean Martin, Natalie Wood, Roy
Orbison, Billy Wilder, Walter Matthau, Jack Lemmon, Peggy Lee and
Burt Lancaster to name a few.
You can drive directly
into Westwood Memorial Park. The celebrity graves reside in the
grassy center of the park. Just park on the surrounding road. On
the other side of the road you'll find semi-enclosed sanctuaries
containing the wall tombs of celebrities. Talk to the Memorial Park
staff as they should be able to point out the resting places of
the most famous.
Westwood
Memorial Park
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