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Most famous for hosting the annual New Year's Tournament of Roses Parade and Rose Bowl, Pasadena is more than just a football town. Its extravagant City Hall boasts a beautiful Baroque dome, a courtyard garden and relaxing fountain. On South Orange Boulevard, known as Millionaires' Row, there are landmarked mansions to rival the most opulent homes of Beverly Hills. That chattering in the air is probably the local population of naturalized Red-crowned Amazon parrots.
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Rose Tree Cottage

5 of 5 stars
Moorea, French Polynesia
Jan 7, 2009

We have for years now enjoyed the cozy Rose Tree Cottage in Pasadena. Each trip there brought back memories of the years spent in the UK. We love the attentive service offered by Edmund and...more

The Westin Pasadena

5 of 5 stars
San Francisco Bay Area
Jan 6, 2009

Booked into the Westin Pasadena to see the Rose Bowl Parade for 2009. Could not have been happier. The hotel is located downtown adjacent to the beautiful historic buildings, including the city hall...more

Burger Continental

5 of 5 stars
San Francisco, CA
Jan 5, 2009

The best Shwarma sandwiches I've ever had! Welcoming hosts, pleasant atmosphere, reasonable prices. A Caltech lunch favorite. more

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