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Jesús E. Salgado · April 27th, 2012, 01:48 AM

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Jesús E. Salgado · April 27th, 2012, 07:10 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

My wife and I in front of Teatro Degollado
Mi esposa y yo frente al Teatro Degollado

Degollado Theater
Teatro Degollado

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 15th, 2012, 09:07 AM

Guadalajara

"The Pearl of the West" is the affectionate Guadalajara's Coat of Arms name that the local residents have for Mexico's second largest city, Guadalajara. Located in the west-central part of the country in the state of Jalisco, the beautiful Colonial city of Guadalajara sits on a high plateau more than 5,000 feet above sea level. The city was founded in 1542 by the Spanish conquistador, Nuño de Guzmán. Even today, the downtown area of Guadalajara is filled with charming Colonial buildings dating from the 1600's.

Guadalajara today, is fast becoming a center for many industries that have recently entered Mexico as a result of NAFTA. (North American Free Trade Agreement) Many international companies have chosen Guadalajara as their home base, instead of the capital of Mexico City, Cityscape of Puerto Vallarta because of the quality of life it offers and its strategic location. As a result of the many new toll roads that have been built throughout Mexico, Guadalajara is only a little more than four hours from Mexico City and three hours to the beach resorts of Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo. Even Laredo, Texas is only twelve hours away and the 1,000 mile trip to El Paso can be accomplished in less than 18 hours, the great majority of which by 4-lane highways.

Guadalajara's Highways and Biways

If you are thinking of visiting Guadalajara as a tourist, the city has much to offer. Interestingly, many foreigners have even chosen Guadalajara as the location for their retirement. The city has one of the largest colonies of foreigners (mostly American and Canadian) of any city in the world.Guadalajara's City Scene

Guadalajara is a 450 year old city of 5 million people with so much culture and sophistication. Incidentally, the name Guadalajara comes from the Arabic or Moorish word, "Wad-al-jidara" which means "river of stones". The Tapitios (the name for the locals) are proud of their beautiful city and eager to introduce you to its beauty and charm. The museums, art centers, the Degollado Theater, the beautiful city parks, churches and exciting markets will fill your days with sights and sounds of Mexico that you will never forget!

Jesús E. Salgado · May 15th, 2012, 09:31 PM

Guadalajara Jalisco

1963 Libertad Market
1963 Mercado Libertad

The Serpent Fountain in the Tapatia Plaza
Fuente de la Serpiente Plaza Tapatia

Fountain in park of the Aranzazu Temple
Fuente en el Parque del Templo de Aranzazu

Vallarta Galleries
Galerias Vallarta

Galleries at night
Galerias de noche

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antrin01 · May 16th, 2012, 07:11 AM

All the pictures through mexico was very fantastic. Thank you so much.

Jesús E. Salgado · May 16th, 2012, 08:05 AM

Thank you Antrin01

Jesús E. Salgado · May 16th, 2012, 10:06 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Downtown
Centro

Downtown
Centro

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 17th, 2012, 10:25 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Founders of Guadalajara
Fundadores de Guadalajara

Founders of Guadalajara
Fundadores de Guadalajara

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 17th, 2012, 06:52 PM

HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE

In Guadalajara·s downtown Historic Center you can admire the magnificent religious and civic buildings, allowing you to discover the architectural richness of one of Mexico·s most beautiful cities. Among the most important buildings are.

TEATRO DEGOLLADO

Located on Degollado Street between Morelos and Av. Hidalgo. This is a neoclassical-style building built between 1855 and 1866. The portico has 16Corinthian-order columns supporting a tympanum depicting Apollo and the Nine Muses. The theater is 20 meters (66 feet) long and 18 meters (59feet) wide and it can hold 1,453 spectators. The theater·s dome has a Canto IV fresco of Dante Alighieri·s The Divine Comedy.

INSTITUTO CULTURAL CABAÑAS

Located on the western end of Plaza Tapatia at No. 8 Paseo del Hospicio,between Avenida Hidalgo and Plaza Lopez Portillo y Weber. This projectwas conceived by Manuel Tolsa, built by Jose Gutierrez and finished by architect Manuel Ibarra. The neoclassical-style construction was completed in 1843. The building has a rectangular form and the main entrance has an elegant portico with Tuscan-order columns; its chapel is of the neoclassical-eclectic style. In addition, it has 23 patios surrounded by Herrerian-style corridors. Originally, this building was an orphanage; today, it is a culturalcenter that offers various art workshops and holds diverse cultural events.

PALACIO MUNICIPAL

Located on Avendia Hidalgo between Pedro Loza and Avenida Alcade. Architect Vicente Mendiola designed this neoclassical style building built between 1949 and 1952. It has two floors with the lower level surrounded by various portals. In addition, it has five panels with beautiful paintings by Gabriel Flores. The Palacio Municipal is the city government·s main office building

ROTONDA DE LOS JALISCIENSES ILUSTRES

This circular monument dates back to 1951 and it has 17 striated columnswithout a base or a capital. It has 98 urns, but only a few are actually used.In a special crypt lies the mummified body of military leader Ramón Corona. In addition, statues of 11 illustrious Jaliscan figures watch over themonument. Located between Avenida Alcalde, Avenida Hidalgo, Independencia and Liceo.

MUSEO DE LA CIUDAD

Has eight showrooms where you can learn about the city·s urban, historical, ethnographic and artistic development. Located at 684 Calzada Independencia between Mariano Barcenas and Contreras Medellin. Open daily from 10:00 to 10:00.

MUSEUM OF PALEONTOLOGY

In the exhibit a large collection of fossils found in the western region of Mexico, mostly from Lake Chapala and Zacoalco beaches, which form partof the collection that were in his custody Mr. Federico A . Solórzano Barreto, who began collecting more than half a century. The exhibition consists mainly of mammals in the times of the Miocene, Pliocene and Pleistocene. It shows fragments of antelopes, horses, dogs, mountain lions, saber-toothed tigers, mammoths, among others, in addition to evidence left by the first settlers in the fauna of the Tertiary and Quaternary periods.This valuable heritage is in the care of the Museum as a center ofresearch, promotes the study of paleontology through the rescue of a discipline that illustrates the changes in our environment over the years. Divided into 7 sections so that each piece is in a suitable environment for scientific information and be of interest for its educational value

Jesús E. Salgado · May 18th, 2012, 10:13 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Airport
Aeropuerto

Airport
Aeropuerto

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Skyprince · May 18th, 2012, 10:52 AM

Noticed that Guadalajara is full of fountains !

Is it common for large cities in Mexico to have foiuntains ?

Jesús E. Salgado · May 18th, 2012, 11:06 AM

Fountains are very common in Mexican cities and towns, that was a inherited from the Romans and Spaniards.

Jesús E. Salgado · May 19th, 2012, 10:03 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Cultural Institute Cabañas
Instituto Cultural Cabañas

Cultural Institute Cabañas
Instituto Cultural Cabañas

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 20th, 2012, 09:33 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Cultural Institute Cabañas
Instituto Cultural Cabañas

Cultural Institute Cabañas
Instituto Cultural Cabañas

Wealthy person mansion
Mansion de persona rica

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 21st, 2012, 03:14 AM

Guadalajara

Cultural Institute Cabañas
Instituto Cultural Cabañas

The Hospicio Cabañas in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, a World Heritage Site, is one of the oldest and largest hospital complexes in Spanish America.

The complex was founded in 1791 by the Bishop of Guadalajara in order to combine the functions of a workhouse, hospital, orphanage, and almshouse. It owes its name to Juan Ruiz de Cabañas who was appointed to the see of Guadalajara in 1796 and engaged Manuel Tolsá, a renowned architect from Mexico City, to design the structure.

Tolsá's design was based on classic examples such as Les Invalides in Paris and El Escorial near Madrid. The buildings form a rectangle measuring 164 m by 145 m. These are single-storey structures which are 7.5 m in height. The chapel is twice as high and has a dome rising to 32.5 m. The complex is erected on one level, "so as to facilitate the movement of the sick, the aged, and children.

Following the death of Cabañas in 1823, construction continued until 1829. Although it served for a time as a barracks in the mid-19th century, the hospital lasted well into the 20th century and continued to function until 1980, when the Cabañas Cultural Institute, with affiliated schools for arts and crafts, moved in. The highlight of the interior decoration is a series of monumental frescoes by José Clemente Orozco, including one of his most famed creations, the allegory of The Man of Fire (1936–39).

Jesús E. Salgado · May 21st, 2012, 10:24 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Miguel Hidalgo Statue
Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo

Miguel Hidalgo Statue
Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 22nd, 2012, 02:17 AM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Monument downtown
Monumento en el centro

Monument downtown
Monumento en el centro

Orozco's mural
Mural de Orozco

Newer building of the University in Guadalajara
Edificio nuevo de la Universidad en Guadalajara

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Jesús E. Salgado · May 22nd, 2012, 09:28 PM

Thank you

Jesús E. Salgado · May 22nd, 2012, 09:32 PM

Guadalajara Jalisco

Downtown
Centro

Downtown
Centro

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April 27th, 2012, 07:10 AM	#4382
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco My wife and I in front of Teatro Degollado Mi esposa y yo frente al Teatro Degollado Degollado Theater Teatro Degollado Degollado Theater Teatro Degollado Degollado Theater Teatro Degollado Degollado Theater Teatro Degollado ------------------------------------------------------------ Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

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May 16th, 2012, 10:06 AM	#4387
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro ------------------------------------------------------------ Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 17th, 2012, 10:25 AM	#4388
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Founders of Guadalajara Fundadores de Guadalajara Founders of Guadalajara Fundadores de Guadalajara Founders of Guadalajara Fundadores de Guadalajara Founders of Guadalajara Fundadores de Guadalajara Founders of Guadalajara Fundadores de Guadalajara ------------------------------------------------------------ Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 18th, 2012, 10:13 AM	#4390
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Airport Aeropuerto Airport Aeropuerto Airport Aeropuerto Airport Aeropuerto Airport Aeropuerto ------------------------------------------------------------ Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

April 27th, 2012, 01:48 AM	#4381
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Thank you Italiano_pellicano Grazie Italiano_pellicano

May 15th, 2012, 09:07 AM	#4383
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara "The Pearl of the West" is the affectionate Guadalajara's Coat of Arms name that the local residents have for Mexico's second largest city, Guadalajara. Located in the west-central part of the country in the state of Jalisco, the beautiful Colonial city of Guadalajara sits on a high plateau more than 5,000 feet above sea level. The city was founded in 1542 by the Spanish conquistador, Nuño de Guzmán. Even today, the downtown area of Guadalajara is filled with charming Colonial buildings dating from the 1600's. Guadalajara today, is fast becoming a center for many industries that have recently entered Mexico as a result of NAFTA. (North American Free Trade Agreement) Many international companies have chosen Guadalajara as their home base, instead of the capital of Mexico City, Cityscape of Puerto Vallarta because of the quality of life it offers and its strategic location. As a result of the many new toll roads that have been built throughout Mexico, Guadalajara is only a little more than four hours from Mexico City and three hours to the beach resorts of Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo. Even Laredo, Texas is only twelve hours away and the 1,000 mile trip to El Paso can be accomplished in less than 18 hours, the great majority of which by 4-lane highways. Guadalajara's Highways and Biways If you are thinking of visiting Guadalajara as a tourist, the city has much to offer. Interestingly, many foreigners have even chosen Guadalajara as the location for their retirement. The city has one of the largest colonies of foreigners (mostly American and Canadian) of any city in the world.Guadalajara's City Scene Guadalajara is a 450 year old city of 5 million people with so much culture and sophistication. Incidentally, the name Guadalajara comes from the Arabic or Moorish word, "Wad-al-jidara" which means "river of stones". The Tapitios (the name for the locals) are proud of their beautiful city and eager to introduce you to its beauty and charm. The museums, art centers, the Degollado Theater, the beautiful city parks, churches and exciting markets will fill your days with sights and sounds of Mexico that you will never forget!

May 15th, 2012, 09:31 PM	#4384
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco 1963 Libertad Market 1963 Mercado Libertad The Serpent Fountain in the Tapatia Plaza Fuente de la Serpiente Plaza Tapatia Fountain in park of the Aranzazu Temple Fuente en el Parque del Templo de Aranzazu Vallarta Galleries Galerias Vallarta Galleries at night Galerias de noche ------------------------------------------------------------ Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 16th, 2012, 08:05 AM	#4386
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Thank you Antrin01

May 17th, 2012, 06:52 PM	#4389
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE In Guadalajara·s downtown Historic Center you can admire the magnificent religious and civic buildings, allowing you to discover the architectural richness of one of Mexico·s most beautiful cities. Among the most important buildings are. TEATRO DEGOLLADO Located on Degollado Street between Morelos and Av. Hidalgo. This is a neoclassical-style building built between 1855 and 1866. The portico has 16Corinthian-order columns supporting a tympanum depicting Apollo and the Nine Muses. The theater is 20 meters (66 feet) long and 18 meters (59feet) wide and it can hold 1,453 spectators. The theater·s dome has a Canto IV fresco of Dante Alighieri·s The Divine Comedy. INSTITUTO CULTURAL CABAÑAS Located on the western end of Plaza Tapatia at No. 8 Paseo del Hospicio,between Avenida Hidalgo and Plaza Lopez Portillo y Weber. This projectwas conceived by Manuel Tolsa, built by Jose Gutierrez and finished by architect Manuel Ibarra. The neoclassical-style construction was completed in 1843. The building has a rectangular form and the main entrance has an elegant portico with Tuscan-order columns; its chapel is of the neoclassical-eclectic style. In addition, it has 23 patios surrounded by Herrerian-style corridors. Originally, this building was an orphanage; today, it is a culturalcenter that offers various art workshops and holds diverse cultural events. PALACIO MUNICIPAL Located on Avendia Hidalgo between Pedro Loza and Avenida Alcade. Architect Vicente Mendiola designed this neoclassical style building built between 1949 and 1952. It has two floors with the lower level surrounded by various portals. In addition, it has five panels with beautiful paintings by Gabriel Flores. The Palacio Municipal is the city government·s main office building ROTONDA DE LOS JALISCIENSES ILUSTRES This circular monument dates back to 1951 and it has 17 striated columnswithout a base or a capital. It has 98 urns, but only a few are actually used.In a special crypt lies the mummified body of military leader Ramón Corona. In addition, statues of 11 illustrious Jaliscan figures watch over themonument. Located between Avenida Alcalde, Avenida Hidalgo, Independencia and Liceo. MUSEO DE LA CIUDAD Has eight showrooms where you can learn about the city·s urban, historical, ethnographic and artistic development. Located at 684 Calzada Independencia between Mariano Barcenas and Contreras Medellin. Open daily from 10:00 to 10:00. MUSEUM OF PALEONTOLOGY In the exhibit a large collection of fossils found in the western region of Mexico, mostly from Lake Chapala and Zacoalco beaches, which form partof the collection that were in his custody Mr. Federico A . Solórzano Barreto, who began collecting more than half a century. The exhibition consists mainly of mammals in the times of the Miocene, Pliocene and Pleistocene. It shows fragments of antelopes, horses, dogs, mountain lions, saber-toothed tigers, mammoths, among others, in addition to evidence left by the first settlers in the fauna of the Tertiary and Quaternary periods.This valuable heritage is in the care of the Museum as a center ofresearch, promotes the study of paleontology through the rescue of a discipline that illustrates the changes in our environment over the years. Divided into 7 sections so that each piece is in a suitable environment for scientific information and be of interest for its educational value

May 18th, 2012, 10:52 AM	#4391
Skyprince Asian boi Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kuala Lumpur Posts: 7,564	Noticed that Guadalajara is full of fountains ! Is it common for large cities in Mexico to have foiuntains ? __________________ visiting Mexico this April - really excited :)

May 18th, 2012, 11:06 AM	#4392
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Fountains are very common in Mexican cities and towns, that was a inherited from the Romans and Spaniards.

May 19th, 2012, 10:03 AM	#4393
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas ----------------------------------------------------------- Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 20th, 2012, 09:33 AM	#4394
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas Wealthy person mansion Mansion de persona rica ----------------------------------------------------------- Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 21st, 2012, 03:14 AM	#4395
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Cultural Institute Cabañas Instituto Cultural Cabañas The Hospicio Cabañas in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, a World Heritage Site, is one of the oldest and largest hospital complexes in Spanish America. The complex was founded in 1791 by the Bishop of Guadalajara in order to combine the functions of a workhouse, hospital, orphanage, and almshouse. It owes its name to Juan Ruiz de Cabañas who was appointed to the see of Guadalajara in 1796 and engaged Manuel Tolsá, a renowned architect from Mexico City, to design the structure. Tolsá's design was based on classic examples such as Les Invalides in Paris and El Escorial near Madrid. The buildings form a rectangle measuring 164 m by 145 m. These are single-storey structures which are 7.5 m in height. The chapel is twice as high and has a dome rising to 32.5 m. The complex is erected on one level, "so as to facilitate the movement of the sick, the aged, and children. Following the death of Cabañas in 1823, construction continued until 1829. Although it served for a time as a barracks in the mid-19th century, the hospital lasted well into the 20th century and continued to function until 1980, when the Cabañas Cultural Institute, with affiliated schools for arts and crafts, moved in. The highlight of the interior decoration is a series of monumental frescoes by José Clemente Orozco, including one of his most famed creations, the allegory of The Man of Fire (1936–39).

May 21st, 2012, 10:24 AM	#4396
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Miguel Hidalgo Statue Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo Miguel Hidalgo Statue Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo Miguel Hidalgo Statue Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo Miguel Hidalgo Statue Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo Miguel Hidalgo Statue Estatua de Miguel Hidalgo ----------------------------------------------------------- Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 22nd, 2012, 02:17 AM	#4397
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Monument downtown Monumento en el centro Monument downtown Monumento en el centro Orozco's mural Mural de Orozco Orozco's mural Mural de Orozco Newer building of the University in Guadalajara Edificio nuevo de la Universidad en Guadalajara ----------------------------------------------------------- Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

May 22nd, 2012, 07:46 AM	#4398
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May 22nd, 2012, 09:28 PM	#4399
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May 22nd, 2012, 09:32 PM	#4400
Jesús E. Salgado Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Los Angeles County Posts: 13,390 Likes (Received): 139	Guadalajara Jalisco Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro Downtown Centro ----------------------------------------------------------- Visit this posts to get to know how the city of Los Angeles developed through the years Visit the United States through pictures. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=24626612 Evolution through time of Los Angeles California http://www.skyscrapercity.com/newrep...e=1&p=30802436

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