Southern California’s Theme Park Beginnings.

George Lucas donated this park to honor the birthplace of his two biggest movie franchises.

The beloved dining spot stands at the cross-section of Hollywood and the Old West.

An enormous artwork that colorfully celebrates over 150 years of US military achievements.

The 10-foot-wide Long Beach home was built on a dare.

A life-sized mammoth sculpture marks the spot where the remains of a Columbian mammoth were discovered in 2005.

The oldest continuously operating church in California.

Legendary frontman of the Doors looms in this giant mural by famed Venice muralist, Rip Cronk.

North America's largest accredited model railroad museum.

The most isolated mailbox in America lets desert travelers record their passing.

Amazing meticulous gardens of personal wood carvings, Hydrangea, Canna, and many other flowers.

An eccentric folk art landmark made out of discarded bottles by an inspired "grandma."

A famous alternative culture epicenter and where Joplin serenaded young hippies.

A walk down memory lane in the heart of one of San Francisco's most notorious neighborhoods.

This traditional garden in the San Fernando Valley doubled for Star Fleet Academy, and is irrigated entirely by wastewater.

A favorite haunt of dinosaur loving children and hallucinogen loving hippies alike.

A prohibition-style speakeasy takes up residence in the last Victorian residence in Hollywood.