Arizona - Landmarks and Points of Interest
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Havasu Falls plunges a hundred feet into a pool of turquoise water in Havasu Canyon. (Courtesy of Joel Grimes/Arizona Office of Tourism)
Tucson is home to the Barrio Historico, a large district where the city's Sonoran architecture, with its adobe walls, rich textures and vibrant colors, has been preserved.
The Heard Museum in Phoenix is where past and present collide. Devoted to showcasing the indigenous arts of the southwest, the Heard emphasizes living cultures and contemporary Native American arts. Throughout the year the museum orchestrates several popular events including the Heard Museum Indian Market; Spanish Market; and World Champion Hoop Dance Contest.
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Comments (1)
There is no mention of the Grand Canyon anywhere in this article. I began to doubt it was actually in Arizona. I looked in each state to make sure I wasn't making a mistake. I think it is worth a mention under landmarks.
Posted by Janice Sterling on May 1,2008 | 03:33 PM