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Boyle Heights

Los Angeles, California

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In the early 20th century, Boyle Heights was home to the largest Jewish community west of Chicago, with over 10,000 Jewish residents.

Mariachi Plaza is a vibrant cultural hub where mariachi musicians have gathered since the 1930s, making it a must-visit for music lovers.

Boyle Heights has been a center for social justice movements, including the Chicano Movement in the 1960s and 70s.

Boyle Heights is renowned for its vibrant murals, which tell stories of the community's diverse cultural heritage and activism.

Historically, Boyle Heights was one of the most ethnically diverse neighborhoods in Los Angeles, home to Japanese, Russian, Mexican, and Jewish communities.

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