The Famous Hollywood Sign

The famous Hollywood sign can be seen from many miles away. The letters of the sign are 50 feet tall, and the sign itself is 50 feet long.

Here is a bit of history of the Hollywood sign. Originally the sign read "Hollywoodland", and it was built on Mt. Lee in the Hollywood Hills in 1923 as an advertisement for a real estate housing development.

During 1949 the city of Hollywood took away the part that said "land', and made it read Hollywood. It was done to promote the city. It's the most famous sign in the World.

There has been a lot of mischievous tricks from pranksters, who altered the lettering of the sign over the years. For example in the 1970's someone changed it to Hollyweed.

However, a strong fence and surveillance cameras have been installed to deter anyone from messing with the Hollywood sign in the future.

View From The City

HOLLYWOOD and HIGHLAND: This ultra chic shopping complex on Hollywood Boulevard have unique framed views of the sign. There is even a "I have been there" shot with an oversized casting couch in the back. Very cool!

BEACHWOOD CANYON DRIVE AT GLEN HOLLY: You'll get an unobstructed view of the sign if you go a bit further up Beachwood Canyon where the entrance to the original "Hollywoodland" real estate development is.

The Hollywoodland Sign From 1923

GRIFFTH PARK OBSERVATORY: Take a look Northwest from the parking lot at the observatory for a great view of the famous Hollywood sign.

MULHOLLAND DRIVE: Drive up Mulholland from Cahuenga Blvd to a small overlook and parking lot on the left. Walk up the steps to get a great look at the sign and a fabulous view of the Los Angeles basin. The views are best on clear days.

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