15 beautiful vintage photos of famous American tourist sites

These historical sites will never have aged.


There are benchmarks and attractions that will never come out of the style.Disneyland Will always be magic, just like millions of people will continue to pay the Thanksgiving Day show from Macy until the end of time. But, if you have already wondered what are the valuable celebrations of America and the historic sites looked like in the past, then browse these vintage travel photos that will be teleported to the golden age of tourism. And for more breathtaking landscapes, consult the27 totally foolish travel photos that you will not believe are real.

1
Disneyland

monorail at disneyland in 1960
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WhenDisneyland Opened in 1955, Anaheim, California, has become one of the happiest places on the planet. This photo of the Monorail connecting Downtown Disney to the park was taken in 1960, at a time when it was the only daily shuttle of the genre in America. And for more fun of the house of the mouse, check the19 magic locations that inspired Disney.

2
Washington Monument

four people look at the washington monument in the 1930s
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In this bright picture taken in 1935, a group of tourists admires theWashington Monument Through the colorful mist of a rainbow.

3
Santa Catalina Island

three women walk on santa catalina island in 1942
National Collection of Geographical Image / Alamy

Santa Catalina Island or Catalina as premises calls it, is just a short ferry trip from Long Beach, California. Seen here in 1942,the island has a superb Spanish architecture that leads the marine landscape. One of the most important luminaires on the island is the old manor house of La Chewing-gum Magnat William Wrigley Jr.

4
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

black and white photo of macy's thanksgiving day parade in 1940
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TheMacy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a holiday tradition since 1924. Whether it's the street lining in New York to see the festivities - like these paradesTimes Square In 1940 or watching the celebration on television, the excitement of giant balloons and walking strips has no boring a bit.

5
Chinese district

cars line the streets of Chinatown in San Francisco in 1957
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This 1957 colorful snapshot of the grant avenue inChinatown of San Francisco shows a vibrant, flourishing and cultural cultural community. His creation in 1848 makes the oldest Chinatown in North America and the neighborhood was even known to draw more annual visitors than the Golden Gate Bridge.

6
Honolulu Hula Show

hula dancers in 1966
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Showak Hula Show on Honolulu (shere on a picture of 1966) was apopular attraction in the capital of Hawaii. Created in 1937, this legendary show had become a tradition of the island and attended about 10 million viewers during its race, which ended in 2002. However, Honolulu and Hula continue to remain intimately unfolded, with The performance of Kuhio Beach Hula picking up where Kodak Hula shows to leave.

7
The Hollywood sign

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Originally, erected in 1923 as a means of advertising, the emblematic sign of Los Angeles actually read "Hollywoodland" and had to be exhibited for less than two years but stood for 26 years! In 1949, when the display was renovated, the "land" part was completely filed. The above photograph was taken in the 1950s, just after the change. And for more historical snapshots, consult the50 vintage photos that show what to travel to look like.

8
Coney Island

two young women sit on swings overlooking coney island
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Coney Island was both the largest amusement park in the country. It consisted of Luna Park, Steeplechase and Dreamland, a walk with its own beachfront activities. Attracting millions of visitors each year, the fair was often cluttered with belief with New Yorkers seeking to beat the heat. See it with yourself with this photo taken in 1950 of the parachute jump course.

9
Las Vegas

casino lights in las vegas in the 1960s
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The origin band Las Vegas was actuallyRue FremontAs seen here in the 1960s. As the first paved road in the city, it's as old as Vegas itself. Today, the entertainment district remains the house of the pillars such as the Golden nugget, the Horseshoe of Binion's Horseshoe and the oldest casino of Vegas: Golden Gate Casino, who first opened like a hotel in 1906.

10
New York World Fair

black and white photo of tourists at the world's fair in new york
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The 1964 New York World Fair attracted more than 51 million visitors toFlushing Meadows-Park Corona During his long year race. Representing 80 nations and containing 100 restaurants and pavilions, it was a source of enthusiasm and cultural exploration for participants. The Great Unistphere remains in the park today, a brilliant memory of an event that defended peace and innovation just before the Vietnam War.

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Mount Rushmore

mount rushmore in the 1960s
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There is nothing more patriotic than the presidentsGeorge Washington,Thomas Jefferson,Abraham Lincoln, andTheodore Rooseveltcarved in the side ofMount Rushmore. Also called the Sanctuary of Democracy, the stone sculptures attract more than two million tourists each year, as evidenced by this packed parking in 1969. Also, did you know that there is a room hidden behind the Lincoln head? Take a look with these23 super secret spaces hidden in famous monuments.

12
Mardi Gras

a crowd of people in costumes parade down the streets of New Orleans for Mardi Gras in 1917
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Hundreds of thousands of party relatives come down from New Orleans every year forMardi Gras, one of the largest celebrations of the country. This already dynamic city becomes even more electric with parades, extravagant floats, costumes, live music and hawker crowds. The oldest Mardi Gras of New Orleans go back to 1699, and the above photography, costumed participants on Canal street, provides an overview of what Mardi Gras had to offer in 1917.

13
Niagara Falls

black and white photo of niagara falls in 1954
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The majestic beauty ofNiagara Falls It is timeless, as shown by this 1954 image of waterfalls from Niagara Parkway in Canada. Thecascade Gives a 160 feet measure in the basin - a view that is no less breathtaking today.

14
Market Place de Pike

pike place market in seattle in 1972
Municipal archives of Seattle / DC by 2.0

Although the emblematic spatial needle (the equitable creation of another world) is the first benchmark to the mind when you think of Seattle,the city Is the house another popular attraction:Market Place de Pike. Created in 1907, Pike Place is one of the oldest and longest markets in the country. This image provides an overview of the location in 1972, shortly before a major rehabilitation.

15
The small Switzerland of America

a teal car drives on a mountainside road in 1960
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Surrounded by mountains piercing San Juan de Colorado, the city ofThank you won the nickname, "the little Switzerland of America". Ouray was originally installed by minors and incorporated in 1876, but it became a primary attraction in the 1960s (view of this photo). Today, the economy is based on tourism, with a main street that is protected under the National Register of Historic Sites. And for more backyard adventures, consult the17 American cities so beautiful that you think you are in Europe.


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