Los Angeles CA Moving Companies

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, California is renowned for its sandy beaches, glamorous movie starts and subtropical temperatures -- making the city an excellent destination for those interested in moving to Los Angeles. As the second largest city in the U.S, Los Angeles is home to 3.83 million people (New York is number one in population). Dubbed the “Entertainment Capital of the World,” numerous motion pictures, TV shows and music is produced in Los Angeles. Additionally, Los Angeles is renowned as the epi-center for international affairs, arts and culture and fashion. With all of these exciting opportunities, it’s no wonder Los Angeles moving companies are so busy bringing in new residents every day.

History:
Founded in 1781 as the Village of Our Lady by Spanish governor, Felipe de Neve. Los Angeles later became a part of Mexico in 1821 as a result of Spain’s independence. Following the Mexican-American War in 1848, the entire state of California (including Los Angeles) was purchased and became a part of the U.S and achieved its statehood in 1850. In 1892, oil was discovered in Los Angeles and in 1913 an aqueduct was developed, which supplied Los Angeles with clean water. The 1920s saw the beginnings of the motion picture industry.

Economy:
The city of Los Angeles is a major commercial center for international trade, entertainment, technology, fashion, finance and communication. The area is home to major financial institutions such as Wells Fargo, Washington Mutual, as well as the home of 20th Century Fox, The Jim Henson Company, Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sunkist Growers.

Tourism:
There are many things to see and do in Los Angeles. You can enjoy a day at the beach or visit one of the areas local museums, which include the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Getty Center. Visitors and residents can also enjoy a numerous sporting events in Los Angeles such as the Lakers, Clippers, Kings, Dodgers, and many other professional and collegiate teams. You can also enjoy shopping in Beverly Hills or Rodeo Drive or enjoy a day at the theatre such as at the Los Angeles Opera and the Centre Theatre Group.

Colleges/Universities:
University of California - Los Angeles
University of Southern California
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles Southwest College
East Los Angeles Occupational Center

Interesting Facts:
• Los Angeles hosted the 1932 and 1984 Summer Olympics.
• Los Angeles commuters travel a total of almost 100 million miles each day to and from work.
• The bus and subway lines in Los Angeles transport over one million people every day.
• The shipping port and international airport in Los Angeles are two of the busiest of each in the United States.
• Los Angeles features four mountain ranges within the limits of the city.
• The largest newspapers are the L.A. Times and La Opinion, which serves the city's Spanish population.

Helpful Links:
• Los Angeles Real Estate
• Los Angeles Storage Facility
• Discover Los Angeles
• Los Angeles Official Website
• Los Angeles Moving Guide