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Fun Facts: Eastern Cities Los Angeles

  • Some of the small, long-established neighborhoods that line Route 66 in Los Angeles’ eastern area include Cypress Park, El Sereno, Glassell Park, Lincoln Heights, and Montecito Heights.
  • Many of these neighborhoods are known for their Latino culture. The area features many Mexican restaurants, panaderias (bakeries), and Latino-oriented shops.
  • Route 66 travels through here on multiple alignments, including the Arroyo Seco Parkway – the first freeway in the U.S. – with its scenic, Art Deco style tunnels and bridges.
 POINTS OF INTEREST 
  • Figueroa St. tunnels
  • Arroyo Seco Parkway
  • Heritage Square Museum
  • 3800 Homer St. Los Angeles
  • Lummis Home / El Alisal
  • 200 E. Ave 43 LA
  • El Aguila Bakery
  • 5028 Huntington Dr. S LA
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