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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Rancho Palos Verdes

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Updated July 13, 2010

Unusual Attractions in Rancho Palos Verdes

Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Wayfarers Chapel

Swedenborgian glass church surrounded by redwoods and perched atop a massive landslide area.

Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Point Vicente Lighthouse

A "haunted" landmark on the coast of Southern California.

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Palos Verdes Estates, California

The Dominator Shipwreck

Remains of a Greek freighter trapped off of Rocky Point in 1961.

3 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes

Los Angeles, California

Korean Bell of Friendship

This symbol of peace is appropriately positioned overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

5 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes

Los Angeles, California

Fort Macarthur Museum

An historic fort commemorating the United States' naval history.

5 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes

Los Angeles, California

Sunken City

Remants of foundations, streets, and streetcar tracks inhabit the cliffs where a landslide occurred in 1929.

6 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes

Torrance, California

Torrance High School

One of California's oldest continually used high schools has an interesting history, both on and off screen.

7 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes

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