Sunset Boulevard facts for kids
Sunset Boulevard is a very long and famous road in Los Angeles, California. It stretches for about 24 miles (39 kilometers) across the city. The road starts in downtown Los Angeles at Figueroa Street and goes all the way to the Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades, right by the Pacific Ocean. A well-known part of this road, called the Sunset Strip, runs through Hollywood.
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How Cars Travel on Sunset Boulevard
Sunset Boulevard is a wide road, usually with at least four lanes for cars. Even though it's wide, sometimes there are car accidents. This is because many parts of the road do not have a barrier in the middle to separate traffic going in opposite directions. Also, the road has some tricky curves and hills that drivers cannot see over easily.
The road often has more cars on it than it was designed for. This means it can get worn out, showing cracks and potholes. Traffic on Sunset Boulevard is often slow, especially during busy times like rush hour. However, when there aren't many cars, it can be a fast road because it has only a few traffic lights in its western part, and they don't stay red for very long. Even during rush hour, cars usually keep moving without long waits because the lights are timed well.
Exploring the Famous Sunset Strip
The Sunset Strip is a special 1.5-mile (2.4-kilometer) section of Sunset Boulevard. It runs through the city of West Hollywood. This part of the road is very famous around the world. It is known for its many unique shops, cool restaurants, and exciting nightclubs. These places are a big part of the entertainment industry in Los Angeles.
The Sunset Strip is also famous for its huge, colorful billboards that line the road. You can often see rock stars, movie stars, and other famous entertainers hanging out here.
Sunset Boulevard in Movies and TV
Sunset Boulevard has inspired many popular movies and TV shows.
One famous TV show was 77 Sunset Strip, which aired from 1958 to 1964. It starred Ephrem Zimbalist Jnr. Many young actors who later became famous appeared on this show.
The road also gave its name to a very famous movie from 1950, simply called Sunset Boulevard. This classic film starred Gloria Swanson, William Holden, and Eric von Stroheim.
Images for kids
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Emerson College Los Angeles Center at 5960 Sunset Boulevard
See also
In Spanish: Sunset Boulevard para niños
