The Hollywood Sign was originally erected in 1923 as an advertisement for a real estate development called “Hollywoodland.” It was intended to promote the upscale housing development in the Hollywood Hills with 4,000 20-watt bulbs illuminating the sign. Over the decades, the sign fell into complete disrepair. In 1949, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce removed … Continue reading 11 Quirky Locations & Facts About Los Angeles You May Not Have Heard Of