Tarzana

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Tarzana
View of Tarzana, Los Angeles
View of Tarzana, Los Angeles
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Coordinates: 34°10′22″N 118°33′13″W / 34.1728°N 118.5536°W / 34.1728; -118.5536
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CountryUnited States
StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
CityLos Angeles
Named forTarzan
Time zoneUTC-8 (PST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-7 (PDT)


Tarzana is a neighborhood located in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles, California, United States. It is named after the fictional character Tarzan.

History[edit | edit source]

Tarzana was originally part of the Rancho El Encino land grant, which was given to three Mission Indians by the Spanish government in 1797. In 1909, the land was purchased by Edgar Rice Burroughs, the author of the Tarzan novels, who then named the area Tarzana Ranch. The neighborhood was later developed in the 1920s and became a popular residential area.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Tarzana is located in the southwestern part of the San Fernando Valley, bordered by Woodland Hills to the west, Encino to the east, Reseda to the north, and the Santa Monica Mountains to the south. The neighborhood covers an area of approximately X square miles.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 census, Tarzana had a population of X. The neighborhood is known for its diverse population, with a mix of different ethnicities and cultures.

Education[edit | edit source]

Tarzana is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District. The neighborhood has several public and private schools, including Tarzana Elementary School, Gaspar de Portola Middle School, and William Howard Taft Charter High School.

Attractions[edit | edit source]

Tarzana is home to several parks and recreational areas, including Tarzana Park and Caballero Canyon. The neighborhood also has a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Notable People[edit | edit source]

Tarzana has been home to many notable individuals, including actors, musicians, and athletes. Some of the notable residents of Tarzana include Britney Spears, Will Smith, and LeBron James.

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