California Los-Angeles. Places of interest

ЮЖНО-САХАЛИНСКИЙ ЛИЦЕЙ ЭКОНОМИКИ И ПРАВА

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Работа по английскому языку

За курс средней

(полной) школы

CALIFORNIA

LOS ANGELES

PLACES OF INTEREST

Работу выполнила

Ученица 11 технического класса

Нуреева Виктория Алексеевна

Руководитель

Учитель английского языка

ФИО

Южно-Сахалинск

2003

Table of Contents.

Introduction.……………………………………………………………..……………3

I. California

1.1. California today………………………………………………………………………….4

1.2.The History of Los Angeles County……………………………………………………4

II. Los Angeles

2.1. Los Angeles now………………………………………………………………………..7

2.2. Disneyland……………………………………………………………………………….9

2.3. Six Flags Magic Mountain…………………………………………………………….14

2.4 Universal Studios……………………………………………………………………....15

Conclusion..………………………………………………………………...……….16

Literature…….………………………………………………………………………17

Introduction.

California, Los Angeles, Disneyland, Hollywood, Beverly Hills…have you

ever heard these names? I am sure you have. What are these places , where

are they situated, what is their history? I am sure this question have at

least onece stirred your curiosity. In my work I’ve tried to cover all

these most interesting questions, including history, places of interest

their description and even parks’ entrance fees. I hope my work will help

you to get better acquainted with one of the most beautiful state of the

USA – California and its one of the most gougeous cities – Los Angeles, or

a City of Angels.

I.California.

1.1.California today.

California is perhaps the most unique state in the USA. It leads the

country in manufacturing and farming. Its area is the 3rd in the country

and it has the largest population, of which the white people constitute

less than 50%. It is the most popular place to spend vacations - hiking in

National parks, swimming in the Pacific Ocean and sightseeing in the

cities. Such well-known places as Hollywood Disneyland, Death Valley, and

the San Diego Zoo are located in California. First European settlements in

California were Spanish, and in 1821, when Mexico became independent, it

became its part. In 1848 the United States took control over this state.

And on September 9, 1850, it became the 31 state of the USA.

> Capital - Sacramento.

> Population - 29,839,250 (1st).

The state symbols are:

> Bird - California Valley Quail,

> Flower - Golden Poppy,

> Motto - "Eureka" ("I have found it"),

> Song - "I love you, California",

> Tree - California Redwood.

1.2.The History of Los Angeles County.

When Spanish occupation of California began in 1769, an exploratory

expedition of more than 60 persons led by Gaspar de Portola moved north

through the area now known as Los Angeles. They camped by a river where

fertile soil and availability of water for irrigation impressed members of

the party. Father Juan Crespi, who accompanied the group, saw the location

as having all the requirements for a large settlement. He named the river

El Rio de Nuestra Senora la Reyna de Los Angeles de Porciuncula, which

means “The River of Our Lady the Queen of the Angels of Porciuncula.”

In September 1771 Father Junipero Serra and a group of Spaniards

founded the San Gabriel Mission as the center of the first "community" in

an area inhabited by small bands of Gabrielino Indians.

Twelve years after Portola's trek, which began in San Diego and ended

in Monterey, a company of settlers called "Los Pobladores" were recruited

in the states of Sonora and Sinaloa in Mexico. Their mission, under

authority of Governor Felipe de Neve, was to establish pueblos in the name

of the king of Spain.

On September 4, 1781, the Pobladores, a group of 12 families - 46 men,

women and children led by Captain Rivera y Moncada - established a

community in the area discovered by Portola, and named it El Pueblo de

Nuestra Senora la Reyna de Los Angeles de Porciuncula, after the nearby

river. Over time, the area became known as the Ciudad de Los Angeles, "City

of Angels," and on April 4, 1850 became the City of Los Angeles.

California was ruled by Spain until 1822 when Mexico assumed

jurisdiction. After a two-year period of hostilities with Mexico beginning

in 1846, the area came under U.S. control. In 1848 the Treaty of Guadalupe

Hidalgo made California a United States territory.The County of Los Angeles

was established on February 18, 1850 as one of the 27 original counties,

several months before California was admitted to the Union. It derived its

name from the area known as Los Angeles, already a large community, and

made it the designated "seat" of County government.

On April 1, 1850 the people of Los Angeles County asserted their newly

won right of self-government and elected a three-man Court of Sessions as

their first governing body. A total of 377 votes were cast in this

election. In 1852 the Legislature dissolved the Court of Sessions and

created a five-member Board of Supervisors. In 1913 the citizens of Los

Angeles County approved a charter recommended by a board of freeholders

which gave the County greater freedom to govern itself within the framework

of state law.

|Land Area |4,081.58 Square Miles |

|Unincorporated Area |2,653.5 Square Miles |

|Flat Land |1,741 Square Miles |

|Mountains |1,875 Square Miles |

|Hilly Land |246 Square Miles |

|Islands |131 Square Miles |

|Mountain Valleys |59 Square Miles |

|Marsh Land |28 Square Miles |

The official flag of the county of Los Angeles is blue, green and

gold.The blue signifies clear skies. The green border is to keep Los

Angeles beautiful and the gold lettering "county of Los Angeles" stands for

the land of opportunity for everyone since gold was discovered in

California.

The seal is the official seal of the County of Los Angeles.

The flag was approved on October 17, 1967 by the Board of Supervisors and

flew for the first time in front of the County Courthouse on March 28,

1968.

II.Los Angeles.

2.1. Los Angeles now.

Los Angeles teems with excitement both sunup and sundown. Los Angeles

is a youthful, vibrant city, proud of her well extablished roots.

Claimed for Spain by Portuguese conquistador Juan Cabrillo in 1542,

the sleepy Indian village of 4000 was named ElPueblo Nuestra Senora la

Reina de Los Angeles – “The city of Our Lady Queen of the Angels.”

Today the “City Of Angels” hosts an assortment of lifestyles and a

population of nearly three million, with over seven million in Los Angeles

Country.

The boundaries econompass over 463 square miles of urban ,desert,

mountain and coastl landscapes. This area is large enough to hold the

combined cities of St. Louis, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Boston,

Pittsburgh, Manhattan and San Francisco.

Los angeles basks in a mediterranean climate and 350 days of golden

sun yearly. The dry summers and comfortable winters make L.A. the envy of

the nation.

Beverly Hills is the world-famous meeting place for the elite and the

curious visitor. Rolls Royces, Mercedes and Jaguars line the streets, and

the famous and not-so-famous stroll these chic boulevards in search of

recognition and fashion trends. Gucci, Pucci, Giorgio’s, Tiffany’s and a

host of other prestigious stores add glamour and excitement to the shoping

scene.

Just around the corner, nestled under the landmark H-O-L-L-Y-W-O-O-D

sign, Hollywood thrives on the creative energies of film directors, actor,

dancers and music makers. Universal Studios, once a combination movie

studio and chicken ranch, is now the world’s largest motion picture studio.

Universal’s back lot stretches over more then 420 acres. Soundstages,

western sets, Mexican villages, and New York city streets come to life in a

make-believe world.

Just over the hill-thrills, spills and excitement await at Southern

California’s exciting theme parks. Six Flags Magic Mountain offers more

than 100 rides and atractions to entertain the entire family. Visit the

nation’s oldest theme park – Knott’s Berry Farm, where the “old west” in

intertwined with an abundance of heart-skipping rides. And, of course, the

world famous internationsl playground – Disneyland, offers fun and fantasy

for all ages.

Dozens of additional atttractions surround Los Angeles, from Magic

Mountain to the majestic Queen Mary complex, reigning over Long Beach

Harbor. Beautiful Catalina Island is a secluded playground where sunning,

surfing, sailing and relaxing are just “twenty-six miles across the sea.”

The mangnificent beaches of Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, Manhattan,

Hermosa and Redondo all give thousands of fisherman, surfers, swimmers,

cyclists, joggers and sun orshipers a haven year ‘round.

One of the newest attraction in the “City of Angels” is Downtown.

Beautifully decorated hotels, bold and attractive condominiums, and modern

high rise office complexes are just a few reasons for its soaring

popularity. The crown jewel of downton Los Angeles is the exquisiti Los

Angeles Music Center for the Perfoeming Arts. This complez is one of the

finest music and dramatic arts centre inthe United States today. The

Center, knowing worldwide as the home of the Annual Academy Awards, is a

complex of three thetres :the malestic Dorothy chandler Pavilion; the Mark

Taper Forum; and the Ahmanson Thetre. All three provide year-round

entertaiment with symphonies, operas, musical comedies and dramatic

presentation. Tickets for most productions are easily obtainable at very

reasonable prices.

Los Angeles’ Spanish heritage is forever enshrined and enjoyed it the

rustic xharm of Olvera Street. The original block-long El Pueblo retains a

latin flavor with traditional Spanish costumes, the aroma of Mexican food

and the display of Mexican products. This colorful and festive street

recalls the days when Los Angeles was but a dusty, sleepy pueblo.

Downtown is also home for the largest Japanese community in the US.

Little Tokyo, like its neighbors, Chinatown and Olivera Street, provides a

unique and shopping opportunity. Fine Cantonese, Mandarin, Chinese,

Japanese and Mexican restaurants abound in these three ethnic communities.

Few businesses express the tumultuous excitement as does the garment

industry (bordered by Maple and Olive Streets and 7th and 36th Streets).

Here vociferous buyers and sellers shout and cajole about the newest

fashions and fabrics. Sidewalks overflow with racks of clothes being

dalivered to display rooms. Visitors discover excellent buys ib the retail

out ouylets lining the streets.

Another exciting Downtown experience is the beautiful Atlantic

Richfield Plaza, which is the world’s largest subterranean shopping centre.

Two floofs with over fifty shops are located beneath the world headquarters

for Atlantic Richfield company and the Los angeles base for Bank of America

(the location is easily identified be the massive 520story twin black

towers). The Plaza is a delightful blend of international charm with

streets depicting the charmps Elysee, Avenida del Mercado, Via Portofino

and Picadilly Circus. An exciting array of clothing stores, speciality gift

shops, restaurants, and even a Post office and Catholic Ahapel are

available to the visitor.

2.2. Disneyland.

“What I want Disneyland to be

the most of all is a happy place – a

place where adults and children can

experience together some of the

wonders of life. Of adventure, and

feel better because of it. ”

Walt Disney

Disneyland is a thousand different impressions – from a space flight

to a castle – a carrousel calliope to a jazz band. It’s flovers and

fireworks, popcorn and ice cream. And it’s the sounds of laughter and the

sight of smiling faces – sights and sounds which you’ll remember long after

your day in the land of the young and happy at heart is over.

Main Street, U.S.A.

Walk past the famous floral Mickey at the Main Entrance and into a

small town way of life from America’s past. On Main Street, U.S.A., you’ll

see sights and sounds from a time when life was as leisurely as a ride on

Horse-drawn Street Car and as innocent as the antics of a silent movie

ster. Browse in the turn-of-the-centuy Emporium or ride the shiny

Disneyland Railroad. From the color and music of a hometown parade to the

nostalgic flavor of an old-fashioned treat, you'’l experience the joy of

recalling fond memories while you create new ones on Main Street, where

both sides of the street are always sunny.

Whether your visions of sugarplums include lollipops or luscious

chocolates, your sweet toot is right at home on Main street where treats

come flavored with favorite childhood memories.

A fruit vendor’s cart displays fresh,crisp wares while flovers bloom

eveywhere. The saxophone band entertains on street corners and a marching

band makes you tap your toes. Every sight and sound on Main Street is

guaranteed to make you fell “red, white, and blue ” all over!

Entertainment on Main Street comes in lots of shapes, sizes, styles,

and smiles. Disney cartoons at the Main Stret Cinema serve up hearty

helpings of laughter, while shops like the Crystal Arcade offer keepsakes

to treasure. Or learn a magic trick or two at the Main Street Magic Shop.

Just remember – on Main Street fun comes the old-fashioned way – you make

it yourself!

Adventureland.

Don your pith helmets and enter the land where adventure reigns, but

beware the eyes of Mara! The Indiana Jones Adventure takes you deep into

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