This historical home was conceptualized and designed by the Milwaukee Building Company. The Henry Weaver House is known for its Craftsman-style of architecture and was constructed for Henry Weaver. It was also incorporated in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1989.
Once the residence of famed author- Zane Grey, the Zane Grey Estate remains one of the most iconic strictures in the city. Designed by architects Myron Hunt and Elmer Grey, the structure is a classic example of Mediterranean Revival architecture and is claimed to be the first fireproof, concrete house in the city. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the house still maintains much of its original features and is one of the stops of the city's historic walks.
This lovely community located in the heart of the city is truly worth a visit. Several entertainment venues, landmarks, museums, religious spaces and so forth together make it a popular area of Los Angeles. Doheny Mansion, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Shrine Auditorium, California African American Museum, Fisher Gallery are few of the many striking attractions nestled within Figueroa Corridor.
Inspired by traditional Chinese gardens, The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens' Chinese Garden is considered to among the largest of its kind outside China. Not a mean feat considering every tiny detail has been taken care. From the architecture to the layout, water elements and artworks, everything is intricately planned and reflects the Chinese culture.
Built in 1909, Shakespeare Garden has made a name for itself over the years of blissful and visual treat. From 37 plays, 159 sonnets and 2 narrative poems, you can clearly see the visualization of Shakespeare's love for flowers and roses through this beautiful garden. Many species of plants exist in this space, and it also has a 148 foot (45 meters) flagpole, with 132 feet (40 meters) above the ground, while the rest is dug in the concrete below. The fragrance of the flowers emanates all year round.
Japanese Garden at The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens is one of the most visited and frequented places at The Huntington. With a marvelous and iconic landscape, a prominent moon bridge, koi-filled ponds and a vintage Japanese house of historical importance, this garden has remained as a place of fascination for more than 20 million visitors since its establishment in 1928. A five-room house created in Japan in 1904, was later shipped off to Pasadena and later acquired in 1911. Seifu-an (Arbor of Pure Breeze) is a ceremonial tea-house built in 1960s is found here as well. There also exists a Zen court and a bonsai collection created in 1968. In 2011, a year long restoration of the entire garden had taken place.