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The ultimate adventure guide
The beginning of the 220 steps up to Amir's Garden.
At around 175 steps you get an incredible view of the golf course, east L.A., and the San Gabriel Mountains all in one frame.
Entrance to Amir's Garden.
Amir Dialameh worked to restore this area following a fire.
Benches are scattered through out the garden.
Close up of a succulent located in Amir's Garden.
One of the many pathways in Amir's Garden.
Benches provide a nice view of western Griffith Park.
Some of the benches are so deep in the garden that you'll forget you're in the city.
Amir's Garden will make you feel like you've just entered the rain forest.
Amir's Garden has withstood several fires throughout the 1990s.
Amir's Garden is built on a hill, so the elevation is constantly changing.
Amir's Garden is remarkably clean and well maintained.
Aloe is plentiful in Amir's Garden.