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South Los Angeles

Imagine a giant rectangle in sunny California with lots to discover!

Images

South Los Angeles Park

South Los Angeles Park

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Vermont Avenue, South Los Angeles, California (14514362471)
Cable car on Broadway just north of 2nd Street looking south, Los Angeles, ca.1893-1895
St. Phillip the Evangelist Episcopal Church, South Los Angeles
A large flowering Oleander tree and palms, on Broadway near Main Street looking south, Los Angeles, 1905 (CHS-5660)
Boundary Map of South Park district of South Los Angeles, California
Broadway, Looking South, Los Angeles, Calif.
South Los Angeles Skyline
Election Day, Norwood Street School, South Los Angeles
Boys Of South Los Angeles
Map South Los Angeles region of Los Angeles, California
Vermont Avenue, South Los Angeles, California

Key Facts

Location
Southwestern Los Angeles County, California.
Area
About 16 square miles for the main part.
Main City
Los Angeles.
Fun Fact
The name of this area was changed in 2003!

Where is This Place?

South Los Angeles is a special part of a super big city called Los Angeles, in California. It's like a big neighborhood south of the downtown area. Think of it as a giant rectangle on a map, about 16 square miles. That's like fitting 16 big playgrounds all next to each other! It's a sunny place where many people live and play.

A Place with a New Name!

This area used to have a different name, but in 2003, people decided to call it South Los Angeles. It's a place that has changed over time, just like you grow bigger and learn new things! It's a part of Los Angeles County, which is like a big family of cities and towns all working together.

What's it Like There?

South Los Angeles is known for its warm weather and lots of sunshine, perfect for playing outside! It's a place where many different kinds of people live, making it a vibrant and exciting community. You might see colorful buildings and hear lots of different languages spoken, which makes it a really interesting place to explore.

What Do People Do?

People in South Los Angeles work in many different jobs. Some people might work in stores, others might help build things, and some might work in offices. It's a busy place where people are always doing something new. They also go to school to learn and grow, just like you do every day!

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