The "world's biggest dinosaur" once housed a creationist museum in its abdomen.

This mysterious petroglyph evokes the ancient swastika symbol but was later vandalized with the more troublesome Nazi one.

A world-class observatory in the California desert.

This former stomping grounds of the most eminent astronomers of the early 20th century.

The most unique castle in all of Southern California, entirely constructed from repurposed materials.

Abandoned bridge hidden deep in the San Gabriel Mountains.

First LEED-certified gas station in the United States.

The cobbled together compound of a deceased artist which now serves as a filming location.

Perhaps the most unique of any Frank Gehry design for one simple reason: Gehry himself actually lives here.

Founded by a high school teacher, this poetry magazine became a center for all things literary.

Find regional specialties from the Thai-Laotian border inside in a North Hollywood swap meet's food court.

Rainbow-hued local gem in Venice.

Perched high atop telephone poles is an uncanny outdoor art gallery that greets passersby on their commute.

Though tiki culture has gone in and out of fashion, the Tonga Hut has always been flying the flag in Los Angeles.

This California eatery has made a name for itself by embracing Asia's rich history of eating bugs.

One of the world's longest murals depicts the history of diversity in Los Angeles.

An ultra-modern vista that has been featured in so many films the house is a celebrity in its own right.

"Looks so real, it's scary!"

One of the richest places in the United States has a cursed street.

Venue for strange sideshow displays and musical acts.

Dioramas and animatronics lead you through the story of Bhagavad-gita, the Indian literary classic.

A multimedia experience that chronicles the atrocities of racism.

Stroll the grounds built by murder, suicide, and dirty oil money at one of Hollywood's most filmed mansions.

The dramatic upward-curving roof is one of the most iconic examples of Googie architecture that still stands today.