West Covina, California

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Van Halen
rock Pop: 73
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Fergie
pop Pop: 70

Rivers & Roads in Song near West Covina

Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near West Covina.

Interstate 10 23 songs U.S. Route 66 11 songs Interstate 5 13 songs U.S. Route 101 7 songs Interstate 405 4 songs

History of West Covina

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West Covina, a place that feels like a comfortable blend of suburban calm and cultural energy, owes much to its agricultural roots. Citrus farming was a major driver of its early growth, spurred on by the convenience of the Pacific Electric Railway. In fact, for a time, the city was even nicknamed "The Canary City" because of the many canary breeders who lived there. While that moniker has faded, echoes of the past linger in the street names and the architecture of some older homes. The city's cultural heritage is also reflected in its culinary landscape. Taco Lita, a popular Mexican fast-food chain, originated here in 1966, a testament to the enduring influence of Latino culture in the region. And though the devastating flood of 1969 necessitated significant infrastructure improvements, the spirit of the community endured. While the Lakers winning championships at Staples Center might feel a world away, the pride in Southern California success is palpable.

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West Covina's existence is a story of citrus, rails, and a little bit of luck. Unlike some of its neighbors nestled directly against the San Gabriel Mountains, West Covina sits slightly higher. While a matter of mere feet, that elevation, combined with the fertile valley soil, proved perfect for early citrus farming. The arrival of the Pacific Electric Railway – the famed Red Car – in the early 20th century truly cemented its trajectory. Suddenly, land that had been primarily agricultural could be subdivided and marketed as suburban homes, easily accessible to downtown Los Angeles. The name itself, a simple combination of "West" and "Covina," reflects its position on the edge of established territories, ready to forge its own identity. That identity, even today, is a fascinating mix. You might visit for the convenient shopping centers, or perhaps to sample the iconic Taco Lita, a local fast-food institution since 1966. But locals will tell you the real draw is something less tangible: a feeling of community. Maybe it's the legacy of those early families, or the resilience shown after the devastating flood of 1969 prompted significant infrastructure improvements. Or maybe it's just the quiet pride of a city that carved its own path, a comfortable blend of suburban calm and cultural energy, a little bit higher than the rest.

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El Monte, nestled in the San Gabriel Valley, might seem like just another Southern California suburb. But look closer, and you’ll find a surprising number of familiar names connected to this place. For instance, the Grammy-winning band Los Lobos formed right here, their blend of rock, blues, and traditional Mexican music echoing the city’s diverse cultural landscape. Their songs, like "La Bamba," became anthems, carrying El Monte's name around the world. And it's not just music.

5.1 mi away

Watts Towers

1921

Italian immigrant spent 33 years building monumental folk art towers from found materials.

19.5 mi away

Watts Towers: One Man's Thirty-Three-Year Obsession

1921

Italian immigrant Simon Rodia single-handedly built seventeen interconnected sculptural towers over thirty-three years in his backyard in Watts, creating one of the greatest works of outsider art ever produced.

19.5 mi away

Things to Do in West Covina

food 17.0 mi away
Philippe The Original

Inventor of the French dip sandwich in 1908 in downtown LA. Sawdust floors. Nine-cent coffee. Some things shouldn't change.
food 23.0 mi away
Musso & Frank Grill

Hollywood's oldest restaurant since 1919. Faulkner and Fitzgerald drank here. Bukowski had a booth. The martinis are perfect.
historical 21.0 mi away
Griffith Observatory

Free admission observatory with the best view of LA and the Hollywood sign. Rebel Without a Cause filmed here.
food 22.2 mi away
In-N-Out Burger (Original)

California's cult burger chain. Animal style fries are the secret menu essential.
quirky 22.3 mi away
Hollywood Sign

45-foot-tall white letters on Mount Lee. Originally said Hollywoodland and was an ad for real estate.
food 22.8 mi away
Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles

LA's iconic soul food mashup since 1975. Obama ordered the country boy. Snoop Dogg is a regular. Chicken and waffles shouldn't work but it does.
food 23.2 mi away
Pink's Hot Dogs

Hollywood's legendary hot dog stand since 1939. Started as a cart. The celebrity wall of fame is absurd. Open til 2am.
food 24.7 mi away
Randy's Donuts

The giant donut on the roof in Inglewood has been an LA landmark since 1953. Iron Man stopped here. So should you.

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