Often times, a carbohydrate exists in a cyclic or an acyclic form. carbon transforms into a new stereocenter. Cyclization causes the formation of 2 new diasteriomers. of a certain group (discussed later) to the new stereocenter.
My favorite place to visit is in West Bend, Iowa. There is a place called The Grotto of Redemption it was built by hand from one man. It has the different stages from the bible.
Santa Monica is the better place to spend your nights. Spending some time in Venice may be nice during the day, but at night, especially around the beach area, it's probably safer if you're walking in the Santa Monica side.