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Arcadia, California
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The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia spans 127 acres and features plants from all over the world, including a stunning collection of rare and endangered species.
Arcadia is known for its free-roaming peacocks, descendants of birds brought to the area in the early 1900s by Elias J. Baldwin, a prominent land developer.
The Queen Anne Cottage on the grounds of the Los Angeles County Arboretum has been featured in numerous films and television shows, including the opening credits of the classic TV series 'Fantasy Island.'
Santa Anita Park, located in Arcadia, is one of the most famous horse racing tracks in the United States and has hosted the prestigious Breeders' Cup multiple times.
Arcadia was once home to the Tongva people, and their influence is still evident in the region's place names and cultural heritage.
