Description The new treasure hunt series [World City Exploration History Comics]! Los Angeles — a city shaped by diverse cultures and people! This history comic treasure hunt series follows an adventure to find treasure based on real history! Beloved for its lively characters, solid storytelling, and rich historical knowledge, the Treasure Hunt series has grown into a beloved collection. Following [World Exploration History Comics], which travels through different countries to learn about their cultures; [Korean History Exploration Comics], which searches for shining moments in Korean history; and [World History Exploration Comics], which covers major events in world history — the series now continues with [World City Exploration History Comics]. A grand treasure hunt adventure through cities that represent each country — historic cities, beautiful cities! The second stop on this journey is Los Angeles, a city in the United States built by the coming together of diverse cultures and people. ▣ Los Angeles, USA! What Kind of City Is It? Blessed with sunshine all year round, Los Angeles is known as the City of Angels! Often shortened to LA, this city truly lives up to its nickname as a 'melting pot' of races, boasting a world-class blend of diverse peoples and cultures. From Downtown, the economic heart of the city, to Hollywood, the center of the global film industry, along with its sprawling, dazzling beaches, fantastic theme parks, and immigrant communities like Koreatown, Little Tokyo, and Chinatown — LA truly is a place where everyone's dreams can come true. LA has every reason to be considered a defining city of the American West. By land area, it is the largest city in the world, and it is the second most populous city in the United States, located along the West Coast. It serves as a key hub of the Pacific Rim cultural sphere connecting Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas, as well as a major gateway to the western United States. Founded in 1781 as a Spanish colonial settlement, the area remained part of Mexican territory until 1850, after which it became part of the U.S. state of California. In the late 19th century, the construction of a transcontinental railroad linking the East Coast to LA, along with the discovery of oil, spurred major economic growth. In the early 20th century, the film industry that migrated from the East Coast flourished around LA, eventually growing into a global industry centered in the city. ▣ Inside the Book The [World City Exploration History Comics] series enhances lasting educational value by including relevant background information at the end of each chapter, connected to the story. [Treasure Hunt in LA] features 'LA at a Glance,' which uses maps, photos, and text to highlight key locations throughout Los Angeles, along with 'LA Basic Facts,' covering the city's location, industries, climate, population, and culture. It also includes 'LA Travel Facts,' featuring vivid firsthand accounts of three destinations that showcase LA's history and natural beauty; 'LA Current Events,' exploring America's cultural industries; and 'LA History Facts,' detailing how the city was built and shaped by generations of immigrants. Adding extra fun, the book also includes a coloring page of the Walt Disney Concert Hall and a hidden picture puzzle set on an LA beach, found in the 'LA Amusement Park' section — a delightful way for kids to explore the city even further.