Hundreds of thousands of marchers took to the streets in cities nationwide for the second Women’s March on Jan. 20.

In Los Angeles, participants congregated in downtown, outside City Hall.

The view from atop City Hall on Jan. 20 showed the thousands of people who gathered in downtown. (photo courtesy of Mayor Eric Garcetti’s office)

“Last year we were the largest march in the country,” Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said. “This year, we are the largest march in the country. And some might not like it, but look around you. Los Angeles is the face of the world today. I’m sorry Mr. President, we’re the face of this country tomorrow.”

Marchers held signs reading “Empowered Women Empower Women” and “Love.” A young girl held a sign that said “Future President.”

Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer and West Hollywood City Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath were among the many local officials in attendance.

The march included music, art, community booths and a lineup of local officials and celebrities who spoke. According to the organizers, the gathering’s second year focused on presenting a shared voice of resistance with advocacy aimed at ending violence, protecting reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights, workers’ rights, civil rights, disability rights, immigrant rights, indigenous people’s rights and environmental justice.

Last year’s inaugural Women’s March followed the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump.