Bakersfield: The LA of the Central Valley (Or Not)
So, you're wondering if Bakersfield is part of Los Angeles? Let's clear this up once and for all.
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Bakersfield: The City That’s Trying Really Hard
Bakersfield is like that kid who really wants to be cool but just can't quite pull it off. It's got aspirations of being LA, but it's more like the awkward cousin who lives in the Central Valley. It's got oil, agriculture, and a certain charm. But palm trees and celebrity sightings? Not so much.
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Geography Lesson: Bakersfield Edition
Imagine LA as the glamorous aunt living by the beach, and Bakersfield as the down-to-earth cousin who lives a few hours inland. They're related, sure, but they're in completely different worlds. While LA is basking in the sun and surrounded by glitz and glam, Bakersfield is busy producing the food that fuels LA's lavish lifestyle.
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So, Is It LA or Not?
To put it bluntly: No, Bakersfield is not in Los Angeles. It's in Kern County, which is a whole different ball game. Think of it this way: LA is like New York City, and Bakersfield is like... Buffalo. Different states, different vibes.
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Why the Confusion?
Maybe it's the fact that both places are in California? Or perhaps it's because some people think anything past the 5 Freeway is just one big desert? Whatever the reason, let's put this rumor to rest. Bakersfield is its own unique place with its own unique charm (or so they say).
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How to... Bakersfield Edition
- How to survive the heat: Invest in a pool, or at least a really good sombrero.
- How to embrace country living: Learn to line dance, invest in cowboy boots, and become best friends with a tractor.
- How to appreciate the oil industry: Start collecting oil-themed merchandise, or become a petroleum engineer.
- How to find good Mexican food: Follow your nose. Seriously, the food scene in Bakersfield is legit.
- How to escape Bakersfield: Learn about the bus schedule.
So, there you have it. Bakersfield and LA are two peas in completely different pods. But hey, maybe Bakersfield will grow up to be as cool as LA one day. Until then, we'll just have to enjoy it for its own unique brand of charm.
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