Torrance, California

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Torrance is a city in southwest Los Angeles, California. Jared Torrance founded it in 1911. In 2003, there were 142,621 people living in Torrance.[1] It is the sixth biggest city in Los Angeles county.

[edit] Things to See

  • Del Amo Fashion center is one of the biggest malls in the United States.
  • Madrona Marsh is a nature center that protects wild animals and plants.
  • Torrance Beach is between Redondo Beach and Malaga Cove.
  • The Armed Forces Day Parade shows people many military vehicles and soldiers.
  • Torrance High School is one of the oldest high schools in California. Many television shows used Torrance High, for example Buffy the Vampire Slayer and She's All That.
  • Alpine Village is a restaurant, market, and mall. Oktoberfest is held here.

[edit] Notes

  1. Government Count of People. February 1, 2007.

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