By Lauren Kendrick
Introduction
Planning a trip to the West Coast? These are the famous California landmarks you need...
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Located at the end of Hollywood Boulevard, the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles is...
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Frank Gehry is responsible for the unique design of the Walt Disney Concert Hall in...
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The Getty is an iconic institution in Los Angeles. It's both a museum and a...
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Whether you're an avid thrill-seeker or just fancy a day of family-friendly fun, Universal Studios...
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Located next to Mount Hollywood, Griffith Observatory is easily one of the most interesting landmarks...
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Although the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) was originally part of the wider...
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As one of the most photographed landmarks in North America and the USA, the Hollywood...
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The Hollywood Walk of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard is one of the most iconic landmarks...
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Located next to the Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Broad in Los Angeles is a...
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One of the most popular landmarks in California and a shopping-lovers paradise, Rodeo Drive is...
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One of the most iconic Californian landmarks is the Golden Gate Bridge, which connects San...
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Union Square refers to a commercial district of San Francisco, filled with shops, bars, and...
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As one of the most historic places in California, Alcatraz Island has a long and...
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San Francisco's Exploratorium is an exciting science museum that combines historical exhibits with mad-scientist experiments...
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Pier 39 is a famous landmark in San Francisco with a shopping center, an abundance...
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Lombard Street is one of the most iconic Californian landmarks that has featured in popular...
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Next on this famous California landmarks list is the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, located...
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California's Yosemite National Park, a landmark of America's natural beauty, welcomes millions each year. The...
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The Joshua Tree National Park features rugged mountains, abandoned gold mine ruins, and desert plains...
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Walt Disney's vision was of a tourist attraction to be built near his Burbank studios...
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Carefully looked after by the US National Park Service, the Redwood State Parks that are...
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Santa Monica Pier is one of the most famous piers in the world, and a...
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As one of the many natural landmarks in California, Death Valley National Park is one...
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Despite its name, The Huntington Library also boasts an art museum and breathtaking botanical garden...
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The Cabrillo National Monument is a large part of the National Park in San Diego...
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The Old Mission Church in Santa Barbara was originally built during the Spanish colonization of...
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Santa Barbara Zoo is one of the smaller but very popular zoos in California. Boasting...
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Lotusland was opened in Santa Barbara in 1993 after Madame Ganna Walska - a famous...
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What was once an elegant property with a powerful publishing headquarters inside is now a...
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One of the more unique Californian landmarks can be found in San Luis Obispo. This...
Conclusion
The Golden State is the perfect place to visit for those looking for sea, sand...
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