- Watts, Los Angeles, California
- 30th September 2001
A Neighborhood Treasure -- Driving into the gritty south-central neighborhood of Watts can be intimidating to an outsider, but it needs not be so. The friendly locals gave me directions to this unique cultural monument, protected by tall steel fences and surrounded by small, old dwellings. The site, now a state historical park, was especially welcoming on this particular weekend, as jazz musicians entertained the crowds from all over the city, and the stalls sold samples of African-Creole art and cuisine. It was a sweet respite from the solemnity immediately following the terrorist attacks of 11th September, though one was still reminded of such by the red, white and blue worn by the many visitors.
Visit official web site of the Watts Tower at www.wattstowers.net.
 | Watts Towers Gateway |
| The Gazebo |
| The Towers |
- Gear - Canon G1 digital
- Base - Home sweet home!
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