Los Angeles, CA

united states

LA covers 502 square miles connected by legendary freeways like the I-405, I-10, and Hollywood's 101. Long-distance drivers take I-5 north to San Francisco or I-10 east toward Phoenix, while locals battle the 405's infamous traffic. The Mediterranean climate stays mild year-round, with mountains creating both scenic backdrops and smog traps. LAX sits 18 miles southwest of downtown via I-105. The city houses the world's largest municipal park system, including 4,210-acre Griffith Park with its famous observatory.