True to its title as the entertainment capital of the world, the landscape of Los Angeles is dotted with major motion picture studios and many celebrity homes. With its perfect marriage of dramatic landscapes and sunny weather all year round, L.A. was destined for stardom. But don’t be fooled, there’s a lot more to this city than just stargazing. In this multifaceted metropolis, with a population of 3.7 million, inhabitants and visitors alike have the luxury of going for a swim at the beach, a hike in the mountains, and a sophisticated night out in the city without ever leaving Los Angeles County. L.A. is also well-known for its diversity; with various ethnic enclaves ranging from Koreatown to Little Ethiopia, visitors will find a wide variety of cultural events and a robust restaurant scene that will satisfy any palate.
UCLA's picturesque campus, comfortably tucked in West L.A. near Bel-Air, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills, offers a fine visual balance of lush greenery and handsome architecture. The campus buzzes with new activities during the summer, making for an exciting educational experience. To assist you in your studies, the campus-wide UCLA Library system has 7.6 million books and over 90,000 magazines and journals. In addition to academics, there are numerous campus events, including residence hall activities advertised at the front desk, recreational activities sponsored by UCLA Recreation, museum exhibits at the UCLA Fowler Museum and the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center, plays at the Geffen Playhouse, restored films at the UCLA Film and Television Archive, and much more. You will soon learn why UCLA enjoys such a prestigious reputation.
Adjacent to UCLA is Westwood Village, home to shops, grocery stores, restaurants, cinemas and cafes. Here, one can enjoy a meal at the local favorite--In-N-Out Burger--followed by Didi Reese’s ice cream sandwich—any ice cream flavor of your choice sandwiched in between two freshly baked cookies for only a dollar. Westwood Village is also home to many well-preserved single screen movie theaters where one can attend the cinema in style. In fact, many movie premieres take place in Westwood, primarily at the Mann Village on Broxton. Here you will catch a glimpse of Hollywood's hottest celebrities as they celebrate their latest cinematic accomplishments. To experience a bit of Old Hollywood, visit Westwood Memorial Park on Glendon Avenue, the final resting place of Marilyn Monroe, Dean Martin and Natalie Wood.
The following are a few useful websites for general information on Los Angeles and UCLA:
www.summer.ucla.edu (Summer Sessions’ homepage)
www.ucla.edu (UCLA’s homepage, includes a calendar of events)
www.lacvb.com (L.A. County Visitor’s Bureau homepage)
www.ci.la.ca.us (Official L.A. city page, includes tourist information)
losangeles.citysearch.com (L.A. city guide with reviews)
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