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City in California, United States
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Alhambra is a city in the San Gabriel Valley. There is a large ethnic Chinese population (both from Taiwan and Mainland China), though not as much as in neighboring cities like Monterey Park.
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Was the largest glass tile mural in North America in 2008.
One of the largest Lunar New Year's celebrations in Southern California takes place in Alhambra, preceded by a three-week art exhibit at city hall. Nearly 25,000 people turn out to celebrate the Lunar New Year in the city's main Chinese commercial district on Valley Blvd with booths, activities, workshops, cultural demonstrations, giveaways and food.
By train
Alhambra is just 6 miles from Union Station in Downtown L.A.. Metro Local Bus Line 76' runs from Union Station to Alhambra.
By car
Alhambra is intersected by the east/west Interstate 10 with exits at Fremont Ave, Atlantic Blvd, and Garfield Ave, the main north/south arteries of the city., at the western edge of Alhambra.
By bus
Las Vegas Express Bus operates a daily service to and from Las Vegas, which has a stop just south of Alhambra in neighboring Monterey Park.
By bus
Alhambra is accessible by LA Metro Bus routes 76 (Valley Blvd) and 78 (Main St), as well as the Metro Express 760. Although inexpensive, expect it to be much slower than automobile.
By car
Car rental will be your best bet. Car rentals from all the major companies are at the Los Angeles Airport as well as two in Alhambra.
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