Around the World in LA
Los Angeles is one of the world’s most diverse cities, with global influences found everywhere, including the great outdoors. From Japan to Berlin, here are three great ways to explore the various cultures of LA by stepping outside for a hike.
Little Tokyo Wander-ful
Urban stroll in downtown LA featuring Little Tokyo culture and gardens
Japan’s food and culture is world-renowned. Luckily, Los Angeles is one of the world’s most diverse cities, and a 2-mile (round-trip) urban stroll in downtown is like a treasure hunt filled with Japanese gems.
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Korean Friendship Bell in Los Angeles
It’s always good to end a day in the right light, and this hike will help make that happen. It’s a double feature starting from Point Fermin Park at the south end of the Palos Verdes Peninsula in San Pedro. The park is home to the 19th-century Point Fermin Lighthouse, set at the
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Berlin Forest in Griffith Park Los Angeles
The star attraction in Griffith Park is the iconic Observatory, a hotspot for tourists and locals alike—which means it sees lots of people. So how do you escape the crowds? Head to Berlin! Berlin Forest is just half a mile from the Observatory, yet feels a world away. The forest
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