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Visalia

Islands of trees rise above oceans of tilled earth around Visalia, an urban center set in a busy agricultural landscape. Located on the eastern edge of the valley, this gateway city to Sequoia National Park has a mild, warm climate that attracted early settlers because it promised abundant crops as well as good health. Boosters once touted its "pure air"; that's not quite as true today, but on a clear morning after a winter storm, the ragged scarp of the Sierra Nevada—rising like a white wave of granite surf—seems close indeed. Located about 11 miles off Highway 99, Visalia is often bypassed by travelers. To make matters worse, Highway 198 running through town
thoroughly cuts the city in two. But pull off, and you'll be rewarded with the discovery of a vin-tage downtown, historic houses turned inns, and some of the best dining in the valley.

While in the downtown area, take note of the 1,200-seat 1928 VISALIA FOX THEATRE at Main and Encina Streets. Like the Fox Theatre in Hanford, its Spanish colonial style evokes a massive Andalusian wedding cake with hints of Moorish influence-perfect for a Hoot Gibson or
Errol Flynn movie An old sign that says "The Coolest Spot In Town" dates back to the days when that claim referred to temperature not decree of hipness. On a hot day you too. may want to experience the "cool breezes of the Alaska air-washer". Movies, concerts, and special
events will soon take place here again; after a period of decline, the Fox is being restored through a community-wide fundraismg effort. Several Main Street restaurants and businesses are also part of the street's come back. ANTIQUE SHOPPING can be rewarding in Visalia. Two worthy venues are the Showcase Mall (26644 S Mooney Boulevard; 559/685- 1125) and Carriage House Antique Ma11 (1584 E Mmera1 King Avenue;559/635-8818)

Once blanketed by oak trees, Visalia has preserved its original landscape in MOONEY GROVE PARK (5 mlles south of Visalia off Highway 63 at 27000 S Mooney Boulevard; 559/733-6796), and has preserved some of its buildings as well in the park's requisite PIONEER VILLAGE, including an unusual cast-iron facade from an 1873 Masonic and Odd Fellows Hall. Don' t miss the log-built boathouse set on the edge of a quiet mirrored lake. TULARE COUNTY MOONEY GROVE MUSEUM (2700 S Mooney Boulevard; 559/733-6616) has a classic selection of historical artifacts.

One real oddity in the region is RIATA RANCH' "Home of the Cowboy Girls.When they're not touring the world giving trick-riding demonstrations, these young sprites (horse-riding gymnasts, really) tram here on magnificent Appaloosas and Paints. Tour buses and other groups stop in for an occasional dinner show (barbecue fare by a local caterer) when the girls are in town. Individuals tourists can also attend by calling 559/594-4288 for directions and reservations.

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