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Los Angeles, California

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The Huntington Library houses a Gutenberg Bible, one of the first major books printed using movable type, revolutionizing the spread of knowledge.

The Huntington's Chinese Garden, Liu Fang Yuan, is inspired by the classical gardens of Suzhou and the novel 'Dream of the Red Chamber.'

The Huntington Art Gallery features 'The Blue Boy' by Thomas Gainsborough, a masterpiece of 18th-century portraiture.

The Desert Garden at The Huntington is one of the largest and oldest collections of cacti and succulents in the world.

The iconic Moon Bridge in The Huntington's Japanese Garden is a picturesque spot that looks straight out of a serene landscape painting.

Henry E. Huntington, a railroad tycoon, founded The Huntington in 1919, transforming his estate into a cultural and educational institution.

The Huntington Library boasts a collection of over 11 million items, including rare books, manuscripts, and photographs.

The Shakespeare Garden at The Huntington features plants mentioned in the Bard's plays and poems, offering a botanical journey through his works.

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