Mulholland Highway, thoroughfare in Los Angeles, United States
Mulholland Highway is a road that stretches about fifty miles through the Santa Monica Mountains from Calabasas to the Pacific coast at Malibu. The two-lane road winds through hills and valleys with gentle to sharp turns, offering views of the landscape as the surroundings shift from urban areas to open nature.
The road was built in the nineteen twenties to help residents of Los Angeles reach the beach and coast. It is named after William Mulholland, an engineer who brought water to Los Angeles, and has remained a favorite driving route and filming location since its completion.
The highway is tied to Hollywood's film history and has served as a filming location for movies and television shows for decades. The road and surrounding landscape represent an adventurous side of Los Angeles that contrasts with the city's urban rush.
The highway is straightforward to drive and connects with several other routes including the Pacific Coast Highway and Kanan Road. The best times to drive are early morning or late afternoon when traffic is lighter and visibility is clearer.
A section called The Snake is known for its tight curves and attracts drivers and motorcyclists seeking the thrill of challenging driving. This stretch was closed for several years due to wildfires and mudslides before recently reopening to traffic.
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