Leaving Los Angeles, It's Impossible Not to Be a Tourist

Union Station. One of the great examples of every architectural style of the 1920s/1930s: Art Deco, Mission Revival and Streamline Moderne. Also the last great rail station built in the U.S. 

And directly across the street from Olivera Street -- the oldest street in the LA pueblo. 

....which was a perfect place to get one last great, greasy Cal-Mex meal before boarding the train. 

Oh, and as long as we're doing sightseeing, one of the hidden gems in LA is the Watts Towers (aka Simon Rodia Towers). Lovingly restored after coming within weeks of the wrecking ball in the 1960s. I personally consider it the greatest example of American Folk Art ever. Full stop. 

All aboard....