Mexican food and folk art.

This California tree is the single source of the state's entire orange industry.

A tribute to the disposable cups that were once manufactured here, this 68-foot-tall statue would be difficult to throw away.

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

60 feet of towering steel balances gracefully.

A three-story, three-dimensional hobo clown in a tutu welcomes CVS shoppers.

Hidden in the hills of Hollywood, this secluded Oz-themed garden is dotted with dozens of thrones.

These two monoliths have stood at the entrance to the neighborhood since the days it was called "Hollywoodland."

This collector's home is a constant work in progress.

It should come as no surprise that the best view of the Hollywood sign is from Batman's lair.

Hollywood's oldest hotel is the site of the first Academy Awards, the birthplace of Marilyn Monroe's career, and the home of Montgomery Clift's ghost.

Instead of hoofing it up steep stairs, residents can hitch a ride on this private lift.

This forgotten Frank Lloyd Wright house is an architectural marvel at the end of a sleepy residential street.

A second generation sun-powered marvel lights up the night.

Most famous work of one of Frank Lloyd Wright's sons.

This nondescript tunnel has been featured in a number of iconic movies, from “Roger Rabbit” to “Back to the Future.”

These delicate buggers are some of the rarest fossils that have bubbled up from the Tar Pits.

A giant donut stands as a popular symbol of Los Angeles iconography.

After just one epic test blast, this literal loose cannon proved too explosive for combat.

A white oak with property rights.

This library and museum is dedicated to the life and literature of the Indianapolis native author.

The building is topped by a Statue of Liberty statue whose torch has stayed burning since the museum opened.

This replica of the Greek structure is in the heart of Nashville.

It may take some time to locate, but it's sure to warm even a heart of stone.