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L.A (Los Angeles) also known as the City of Angels is the largest city in the state of California. Situated in a subtropical zone, it experiences mild winters and hot summers. Generally the weather is warm and dry with 325 days of sunshine a year.

Home to Hollywood,the city is the world's leading producer of popular entertainment. It's not just movies but also TV and music that make this city the entertainment capital of the world.

But L.A.is not all about glitz and glamour. The city is also the cultural and economic hub of the L.A-Long Beach-Santa Ana metropolitan area.

It has a global presence as a center of culture and science. Higher education is also a big draw with several public colleges and universities in the city including the University of California, L.A (UCLA).

L.A is an extremely cosmopolitan city with a diverse population coming from all over the world. People flock to this world-class city for its balmy weather and a laid-back yet vibrant lifestyle. Great restaurants for every cuisine can be found in L.A.

The nightlife in L.A caters to different tastes and you would find an immense array of bars, clubs, lounges and other venues. Hotspots include places such as Downtown L.A, Silver Lake, Hollywood and West Hollywood, which is the home of the world-famous Sunset Strip. Furthermore, the L.A area also boasts a prominent shopping scene. Anything can be bought in the city; some of the best shopping areas include Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Third Street Promenade and Montana Avenue in Santa Monica.

In LA, the demographic and economic trends have driven up demand for the once-unpopular real estate--even more so than for more traditional homes. The demand for condos in Los Angeles has increased exponentially. The cost of a condo in Los Angeles ranges anywhere between $2,00,000 and $7,00,0000. Some of the most expensive condos listed by Forbes, for 2005, can be found in L.A.

Downtown, L.A

As the central business district, downtown LA is home to numerous office blocks and skyscrapers, as well as fine eateries, coffee shops and entertainment facilities catering for visitors and businesspeople alike. Architecture fans will want to check out L.A.'s finest skyscrapers. It is here in the downtown district of LA that you will find impressive buildings such as the First Interstate World Trade Center and the Wells Fargo Center. The district also houses some of the city's best museums.

Hollywood, L.A

Hollywood is known around the globe as the film and entertainment capital of the world and it acts as a magnet for those who are seeking fame and fortune or are looking to live the American dream. The mere name conjures up images of glamour, wealth and sophistication, so visitors to L.A may be surprised to find that ordinary people do actually live in this district, alongside stars of course! Overlooked by the 'Hollywood' sign that sits on the hills above is L.A.'s Hollywood Boulevard. Home to film studios and television productions, this is where the action is centered. West Hollywood is the heart of L.A.'s gay community and it is here you will find excellent restaurants, cinemas, night clubs and coffee houses as well as trendy shops and art galleries, with Sunset Boulevard being the focal point.

The Beach Districts - L.A

Twelve miles east of downtown L.A, the Pacific coastline is one of LA's biggest attractions and the beach districts spread along the coast are both varied and beautiful. Epitomizing the LA stereotype, it is these Californian beaches and districts where you will find skimpily dressed rollerbladers, bronzed men showing off their brawn and scenes you thought would only be possible in 'Baywatch'. Popular favorites are Santa Monica, Venice, Long, Muscle and Malibu beaches, all of which provide excellent opportunities for outdoor beach games and a great selection of cafes, restaurants and shops.

West LA, L.A

This side of L.A. city incorporates the high-status neighborhoods and districts of Beverly Hills and Bel Air, known for attracting the rich, glamorous and sophisticated. House prices here are astronomical but visitors to L.A may find it amusing to take a drive through the tree-lined streets to pinpoint, admire and envy the impressive mansions of the rich and famous, although you won't see much more than the security gates of many properties. Rodeo Drive in L.A is an exclusive shopping district in West LA, where you can mingle with actors and actresses while trying on the latest Gucci or Armani fashions.

Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills is a city in the western part of L.A County, California, entirely surrounded by the city of L.A. Beverly Hills is considered one of the most glamorous places in the world to shop. The Golden Triangle, with Rodeo Drive at its center, was marketed as the apex of chic shopping and fashion.

Bel-Air

Bel-Air is a neighborhood in west L.A, California, USA. About 12 miles west of downtown, it includes some of the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains and borders the north side of UCLA. Many homes in Bel-Air seem quite modest from the outside, often only six feet from the street, however they tend to have large grounds and an estate feeling.