Artistic and quirky: A walking tour of Barrio Viejo in Tucson
- Mamta Popat,
Rick Wiley
Rick Wiley
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Walking tour of the historic Barrio Viejo neighborhood south of downtown Tucson. Text by Bobbie Jo Buel. Photos by Mamta Popat. Produced by Rick Wiley / Arizona Daily Star 2020
Rick Wiley
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Colorful adobe homes are the draw for one of Tucson's oldest neighborhoods, but murals and other works of art are another reason to venture over to Barrio Viejo.
Thayer Manca Residential plans a $4.9 million renovation to the 424-unit Entrada Apartments.
Her homemade cooking, like red chile con carne, attracted locals and tourists alike.
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