Pasadena and the nearby areas were first home to the Native American Hahamog-na tribe. This tribe was part of the Tongva Nation that inhabited the Los Angeles Basin. More precise, they were part of the Shoshone language group. The Tongva lived along the Arroya Seco in Pasadena, near the Los Angeles River that lay to south, and around other areas where water could naturally be found.
Their homes were dome-shaped and they lived off the small animals in the area including venison, as well as herbs and seeds that were readily found. Sometimes they would trade with the Tongva along the ocean for saltwater fish. The Tongva foot trail is amazingly still present today, which was one of their transportation routes. It’s sometimes called the Gabrielino Trail, and is a National Recreational Trail. It travels the west side of the Rose Bowl, and passes the Arroyo Seco, Jet Propulsion Lab, and right into the San Gabreil Mountains. There are many areas to stop and enjoy a nice lunch or just relax along the trail. Some of these include the West Fork Campground, Oakwilde Campground, and Teddy’s Outpost Picnic Area.
Today, Pasadena has come to be known as a star for the world of visual arts. Many big name artists moved here in the 20th century, and now the California Art Club, Pasadena Society of Arts, and the Pasadena Arts Institute are all found in Pasadena. There are also a variety of museums.
Probably one of the most notable and well-known places in Pasadena is the Rose Bowl, where the post-season bowl game is played. It’s also been the host for five Super Bowls. There’s a Rose Bowl flea market that’s held every second Sunday of the month (it’s been doing so since the 60’s!).