There’s an old joke told among Angelinos that the city of Los Angeles is a lot like your brain, you only ever use about 20 percent of it. And although medical science has largely debunked that idea, the truth about Los Angeles probably remains since it seems likely, for every famous landmark such as the Hollywood sign or the Bradbury Building, there are many more that you have never heard of and probably never will. The primary reason for this is that these landmarks are a reflection of the deep cultural heritage that makes this area what it is. What follows are a few of the most famous–or infamous–landmarks in Los Angeles.

1. Korean Bell of Friendship. The area commonly known as San Pedro might be considered the ugly–and largely forgotten–stepbrother of Los Angeles, taken up to a large extent by the Harbor of Los Angeles and other heavy industrial areas. This is not to say, however, that there aren’t some cool landmarks, such as the Korean Bell of Friendship, a gift from the people of South Korean (not the crazy North). The shrine features a 17-ton bell that was presented to the United States in honor of America’s 200th birthday. If you don’t think you will find yourself in San Pedro anytime soon, just check out the movie The Usual Suspects, which features the structure.