Tucson and area are one of the oldest inhabited areas of the US, including the original natives residents, the Spanish, the Mexicans and later all the ret of us.
One of the interesting things in the area is the two Missions, one historic and closed and one a very active community centre of the current Indian tribe (all PC descriptions here.)
The Hispanic influence is great to this day, in the culture, the food, the community the plants, food grains being re cultivated, etc. Proximity to the Mexican border ensures a steady flow of Mexicans to keep up the traditions. At least so far it was...
South of the city Tubac has developed into a nice little tourist enclave with many artists, artisans, and the nearby Tumacacori mission retains its old world charm. As well as a huge spice trading company just outside the walls
One of the interesting things in the area is the two Missions, one historic and closed and one a very active community centre of the current Indian tribe (all PC descriptions here.)
The Hispanic influence is great to this day, in the culture, the food, the community the plants, food grains being re cultivated, etc. Proximity to the Mexican border ensures a steady flow of Mexicans to keep up the traditions. At least so far it was...
South of the city Tubac has developed into a nice little tourist enclave with many artists, artisans, and the nearby Tumacacori mission retains its old world charm. As well as a huge spice trading company just outside the walls
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