These photographs of Southern California captured at night unlock a magical side of SoCal. Scroll through these pictures and see if you recognize the locations. Things take on a whole new look once the sun goes down so you might be surprised. If you recognize at least six places, give yourself a pat on the back as you know Southern California like a champ.

1. San Vicente Lighthouse watches guard in Rancho Palos Verdes.
flickr/bmalarky
2. The enchanting Dana Point bathed in a warm glow of light.
flickr/Timo Kohlenberg
3. Dinosaurs in Cabazon lurking in the dark.
flickr/Dan Eckert
4. A cabin in Joshua Tree takes on a haunting glow after the sun goes down.
flickr/Christopher Michel
5. Griffith Park Observatory is majestic at night.
flickr/Ron Reiring

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6. Mojave Trails National Monument is hauntingly beautiful at night.
flickr/Bureau of Land Management
7. The city lights in Long Beach cast a magical glow across the water.
flickr/C Stout
8. The night sky in Joshua Tree makes it look like we're on another planet.
flickr/Henry Lee
9. Big Bear Lake is captivating day or night.
flickr/bmalarky
10. A quiet night on the canal in Venice.
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11. Festival of Lights at the historic Mission Inn sets the city aglow.
Flickr/Pyro Spectaculars by Souza

SoCal is the perfect place to be day or night. How many locations did you recognize? Are you a true Southern Californian?

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