Los Angeles

The diversity of Los Angeles makes it difficult to describe. The 9,000,000 + residents social and economic profile contains some of the wealthiest and poorest groups in the US.  Los Angeles has the largest civic center in the country, outside of Washington DC. There are also beaches (Venice and Muscle Beach), each with their own unique culture.  It is a unique place in that the temperature is sub-tropical, yet snow-covered mountains are less than 70 miles away. Of course, LA is home to Hollywood and Beverly Hills.