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17190 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood
This surprising 10-acre enclave belonging to the fellowship founded by yogi Paramahansa Yogananda of India was opened in 1950. It exists as an exotic oasis in the midst of Pacific Palisades. After visiting the shrine, visitors can stroll around a picturesque lake, view the Golden Lotus Archway and a replica of a 16th-Century Dutch windmill. Or they can bask in a peaceful atmosphere dedicated to mediation, tolerance and cross-cultural appreciation. Open daily except Monday. Free
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