Here began Southern California's oil boom over 100 years ago

A historic fort commemorating the United States' naval history.

These were the largest wind chimes in the world when artist Tom Van Sant created them for a California mall in 1967.

An ancient mineral hot spring sits at the middle of this combination cultural center and spa.

Instead of faces, these sculptures have barcodes—statements on societal dehumanization.

At the western edge of Palm Springs, a rugged desert canyon trail leads to a waterfall at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains.

A bust of the entertainer and politician sits in an alcove at the Palm Springs Airport.

A giant knight, sex education, date shakes, and Jesus coexist happily in this Coachella Valley desert oasis.

World-famous, Pink's still manages to keep its prized cult fetish status.

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

Explore more than 130,000 new and used books in the "world's largest outdoor bookstore."

The beautiful behemoth is one of the largest trees of its kind in the United States.

Malibu's first beach home features an astonishing trove of ceramic tiles.

Hiding amid the largest camellia collection in the country lies a charming children's maze, donated by a secret admirer.

Bug-devouring flora are the stars of a special wing of the glass conservatory.

A former limestone quarry has found a new life as a flourishing community garden.

These markers are used to document elevation changes around the famed dam.

An ode to one of the dirtiest jobs during the construction of the Boulder Dam.

Experience a charming 1930s version of "infotainment."

The “jail” hidden away in Old Town Temecula that was never actually a jail.

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

You don't have to be a diplomat to visit the so-called Camp David of the West.

One of the largest trees of its kind in California.

Built for an exposition in 1915, these horticultural displays have stood the test of time.