Welcome to Hollywood!
The Hollywood Sign, situated on Mount Lee in the Hollywood Hills, is a cultural icon and an American landmark. Originally created in 1923 as an advertisement for a local real estate development, it has since become a symbol of the entertainment industry and is recognized all over the world.
Did You Know?
- The sign was initially "HOLLYWOODLAND" and illuminated by thousands of bulbs.
- In 1978, a restoration project refurbished the sign with donations from celebrities.
- It was designated a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument in 1973.
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