White House in Washington DC

As one of the most iconic addresses in the United States of America, the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue is one of those places that's a bit surreal to see with your own eyes. It's so instantly recognizable and such a distinct visual in politics and pop culture, that simply standing out front of the White House is a must when in Washington DC.

La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, California

Located next to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the La Brea Tar Pits are a National Natural Landmark and tourist attraction in Los Angeles, California. Made popular by the preserved fossils found in the tar, today the La Brea Tar Pits are served by the George C. Page Museum, part of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Here are a few visuals from this unique area along Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles Theatre in Downtown L.A.

The Los Angeles Theatre is a two thousand seat movie palace located in downtown Los Angeles, California. Construction began in 1930 and opened with the world premiere of Charlie Chaplin's City Lights in January 1931. It was the last of the grand movie palaces to be built on Broadway in downtown L.A. as the depression took its toll and competition increased along Hollywood Boulevard. While the theatre still has screenings (City Lights was on the marquee during my visit) this movie palace is more frequently used as a filming location today.

City Lights Premiere in 1931.