{"id":2725,"date":"2023-06-21T07:28:39","date_gmt":"2023-06-21T14:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/la-future.com\/?p=2725"},"modified":"2023-06-21T07:28:42","modified_gmt":"2023-06-21T14:28:42","slug":"the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory","title":{"rendered":"The most famous and favorite building in Los Angeles, Griffith Observatory"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Opened in 1935, Griffith Observatory has gained worldwide fame ever after. It is the most visited public observatory in the world. So how did it all start? Its history began with the vision, inventions, innovations and inspiration of some person. The website <a href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/uk\/\">LA-future<\/a> will tell more about it all as it describes the city well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0f4b748c00f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0f4b748c00f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#The_beginning_of_the_largest_iconic_landmark_of_the_city\" title=\"The beginning of the largest iconic landmark of the city\">The beginning of the largest iconic landmark of the city<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Griffith_Observatory_Construction\" title=\"Griffith Observatory Construction\">Griffith Observatory Construction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Large-scale_reconstruction\" title=\"Large-scale reconstruction\">Large-scale reconstruction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Samuel_Oschin_Planetarium\" title=\"Samuel Oschin Planetarium\">Samuel Oschin Planetarium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Zeiss_Projector\" title=\"Zeiss Projector\">Zeiss Projector<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#The_Wilder_Hall_of_the_Eye\" title=\"The Wilder Hall of the Eye\">The Wilder Hall of the Eye<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Multimedia_theater\" title=\"Multimedia theater\">Multimedia theater<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#The_most_accurate_astronomical_image\" title=\"The most accurate astronomical image\">The most accurate astronomical image<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#Astronomers_Monument\" title=\"Astronomers Monument\">Astronomers Monument<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#The_Gottlieb_Transit_Corridor\" title=\"The Gottlieb Transit Corridor\">The Gottlieb Transit Corridor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/en\/eternal-the-most-famous-and-favorite-building-in-los-angeles-griffith-observatory\/#The_main_character_%E2%80%93_Rebel_Without_a_Cause_Monument\" title=\"The main character &#8211; Rebel Without a Cause Monument\">The main character &#8211; Rebel Without a Cause Monument<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_beginning_of_the_largest_iconic_landmark_of_the_city\"><\/span>The beginning of the largest iconic landmark of the city<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The observatory offers an incredible view from the Pacific Ocean to Downtown Los Angeles. The impressions of locals who came to the opening of the observatory on May 14, 1935, were remarkable. In the first five days, the institution was attended by more than 13,000 visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the history of the famous attraction began much earlier. As it often happens, the establishment was named after one figure. This person was Colonel Griffith, who in December 1896, donated 3015 acres of land (the area around the observatory) to the city. Moreover, in his will, being extremely generous, the colonel allocated funds for the construction of the institution. The planetarium and exhibit hall were built with this money. Colonel Griffith dreamed of making astronomy accessible to the general public, and his wish was fulfilled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"734\" height=\"407\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/polkovnyk.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/polkovnyk.png 734w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/polkovnyk-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/polkovnyk-696x386.png 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Griffith_Observatory_Construction\"><\/span>Griffith Observatory Construction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It was clear from the planning and preparation stage that the project would be impressive. A team of leading astronomers and scientists was hired for these purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>George Ellery Hale. This man controlled the creation of telescopes at other, no less famous observatories (Palomar and Yerkes). In the team, he was in charge of the whole construction project of Griffith Observatory.<\/li><li>physicist at the California Institute of Technology Edward Kurth, drafted the preliminary plans. Subsequently, under his supervision, construction was carried out.<\/li><li>the final plans for the observatory&#8217;s new building were overseen by architects John C. Austin and Frederic M. Ashley.<\/li><li>the architects hired Russell W. Porter as a consultant because the man was known as the &#8220;patron saint&#8221; of the amateur telescope movement.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, a professional team of people with clear knowledge and vision of the future observatory was formed. The design of the building perfectly matches grandiose and monumental styles with shiny copper domes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The observatory was constructed during the Great Depression, when the materials, as well as labor, were in abundance and were low-priced. The spirit of the citizens and their interest was felt in the public project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/obs_20121218_007-1200x1200-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2121\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Large-scale_reconstruction\"><\/span>Large-scale reconstruction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The institution was closed for renovation in 2002, which was estimated at 93 million dollars. In 2006, the observatory was reopened to all visitors. Here is what has changed in four years:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>exhibit space was significantly expanded<\/li><li>the Art Deco building was renovated<\/li><li>the old planetarium dome was replaced with a new one<\/li><li>extended lower level underground allowed the opening of new exhibits to attract more visitors. Also, guests can not resist and visit the cafe and a gift shop that offers different souvenirs&nbsp;<\/li><li>new Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater was founded, and Caf\u00e9 at the End of the Universe, which is a tribute to Douglas Adams&#8217; restaurant, was opened. Its chef is the renowned Wolfgang Puck.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each exhibition area is dedicated to a certain aspect of observation and deserves special attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"410\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/3.png 740w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/3-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/3-696x386.png 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Samuel_Oschin_Planetarium\"><\/span>Samuel Oschin Planetarium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planetarium presents cutting-edge technologies that will interest audiences of all ages. The first thing that catches the eye is a 22.86-meter-high aluminum dome. It looks impressive because it is one of the largest planetarium domes in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the restoration, the vintage star projector was replaced with an up-to-date one. The 300-seat exhibit hall has very comfortable drop-seats, allowing everyone to enjoy unforgettable experiences from the planetarium show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The observatory adheres to the long tradition of offering viewers exclusively live programs with hosts. Applying this approach, they have the opportunity to communicate with the audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1844\" height=\"896\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina.png 1844w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina-768x373.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina-1536x746.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina-696x338.png 696w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/planetarij-semyuelya-oshina-1068x519.png 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1844px) 100vw, 1844px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zeiss_Projector\"><\/span>Zeiss Projector<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Imported from Germany, a 12-inch projector is installed on the roof dome (east end of the building). Up to 600 people have the ability to view the night sky. They can observe the Moon, planets and bright stars of the Milky Way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most popular public places as it allows people to witness celestial events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Digistar 5 projection system is also a highly attended destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1852\" height=\"909\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop-.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop-.png 1852w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--768x377.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--1536x754.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--696x342.png 696w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--1068x524.png 1068w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/teleskop--324x160.png 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1852px) 100vw, 1852px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Wilder_Hall_of_the_Eye\"><\/span>The Wilder Hall of the Eye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is located on the main level of the facility. The hall represents the visual image of nature and progress achieved by human observation of the sky. There, one can find tools that are used for these studies, for example, the Tesla coil, made by Earle Ovington back in 1910. A year after Ovington\u2019s death in 1936, the Tesla coil was repaired by electrician Kenneth Strickfaden and donated to Griffith Observatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1676\" height=\"872\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka.png 1676w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka-768x400.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka-1536x799.png 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka-696x362.png 696w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/zal-oka-1068x556.png 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1676px) 100vw, 1676px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multimedia_theater\"><\/span>Multimedia theater<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater houses 200 people who can enjoy the venue. The multimedia theater hosts lectures, demonstrations and films. In this hall, museum guides give speeches and hold various events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This place is also extremely important as part of school programs. Here, every viewer feels comfortable and close to the presenters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_most_accurate_astronomical_image\"><\/span>The most accurate astronomical image<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The attraction known as \u201cThe Big Picture\u201d is the most precise picture located at the bottom level. It depicts clusters of galaxies, stars, distant quasars, asteroids and even one comet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole picture is placed within arm&#8217;s reach. The same can be seen by using telescopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/dsc02323-pano-2-1600x800-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2145\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Astronomers_Monument\"><\/span>Astronomers Monument<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is worth mentioning another landmark located outside. Before entering the observatory, it is better to stop and admire the exterior of the building. Different exhibits, elements, Solar System Lawn Model, and a stunning viewing deck on the rooftop attract a lot of attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All visitors are greeted by the Astronomers Monument at the entrance. This is a concrete sculpture located on the territory of the facility. It commemorates such prominent astronomers as Galileo, Herschel, Hipparchus, Copernicus, Kepler and Newton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"669\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/tranzytnyj-korydor.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/tranzytnyj-korydor.png 669w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/tranzytnyj-korydor-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Gottlieb_Transit_Corridor\"><\/span>The Gottlieb Transit Corridor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The famous Robert J. and Suzanne Gottlieb Transit Corridor is a 45.72-meter-long and 3.05-meter-wide monumental glass-walled passageway. The corridor is built on the western part of the observatory. Its shape resembles ancient temples and medieval churches (was updated for visitors of the 21st century).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_main_character_%E2%80%93_Rebel_Without_a_Cause_Monument\"><\/span>The main character &#8211; Rebel Without a Cause Monument<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors will be surprised to see at Griffith Observatory a sculpture of James Dean. He starred in numerous TV shows and movies but is most remembered for the film <em>Rebel Without a Cause<\/em> (1955). Passing into the western part of the building, visitors will see a bust of the actor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern Griffith Observatory is, without exaggeration, a national leader in public astronomy. It\u2019s a favorite meeting place for Los Angeles residents and guests. Programs, special events and public &#8220;star parties&#8221; one can find on the official website. The grounds of the Observatory, as well as its unique exhibits and telescopes, are open daily and free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1368\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/cdn.la-future.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/54\/2023\/01\/griffithobservatory_20200511_030-scaled-1-1068x713.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Opened in 1935, Griffith Observatory has gained worldwide fame ever after. It is the most visited public observatory in the world. So how did it all start? Its history began with the vision, inventions, innovations and inspiration of some person. The website LA-future will tell more about it all as it describes the city well. 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