The Buried History of LA's Oldest Tourist Trap
The Venice Canals, and, by extension, the surrounding area of Venice, are a testament to the deception inherent in the inauthentic tourism traps throughout Los Angeles. Home to the most instagrammed house in the world and located adjacent to Venice Beach, the Venice Canals are arguably one of the most popular tourist destinations throughout the entire city. Rows of houses, each with their own unique architectural style, and footbridges connecting footpaths adorned with shrubbery makes the location’s beauty undeniable. There is a majestic aura to the awe-inspiring sights of the Venice Canals similar to what one may feel approaching the Eiffel Tower. These beachside waterways, however, more closely resemble the cheap knock-off Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas than the original thing.