About Arizona
Explore Arizona
Overview
Native Americans have lived in this region for thousands of years. Today, the state boasts the second largest Native American population. Their culture can be seen in myriad ancient ruins, such as the cliff dwellings of Montezuma Castle National Monument, built by the Pre-Columbian Sinagua people, and modern Navajo Nation, the largest Native American reservation in the United States.
From the thriving metropolises of Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson to the artistic and spiritual community of Sedona, Arizona shines 334 days of healing sunlight on its vacationers and residents every year.
What To Do
Walk on the thrilling Skywalk, a 10-foot-wide glass bridge extending 70 feet over the rim of the Grand Canyon. Hike deep into the canyon for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Relax in the rejuvenating waters of one of the state’s healing hot springs. Visit a vortex energy site in the red rock country of Sedona. Play a round or two of golf at one of Phoenix’s more than 200 courses.
Explore the culture and crafts of 22 regional American Indian tribes at that city’s impressive Heard Museum. Treat your kids to a half-day at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, where they can experience more than 300 interactive exhibits. Visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s former home and workshop at Taliesin West, kid-friendly Butterfly Wonderland or Odysea Aquarium in friendly Scottsdale. Head south of the border to Nogales, Mexico, only 60 miles from Tucson. Listen to the impressive Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra. Visit Native American pueblo sites built right into the mountains at the Wupatki National Monument and Walnut Canyon National Monument near Flagstaff.
When to Go
Spring is the best time to visit the Arizona, while the desert blooms and the daytime temperature usually stays under 79 F. Mild days and cool nights make winter another great time to escape the summer heat.
Fast Facts
Arizona’s name originated from the Spanish, Arizonac, and the Native American name “al? ?onak” or “small spring”. Arizona women were granted the right to vote in 1912, eight years before national suffrage movement. Nearly one-fourth of Arizona is reservation land and twenty-two American Indian communities currently live within the state’s borders. Arizona is the sixth largest state in the United States at approximately 114,000 square miles. The saguaro cactus blossom is Arizona’s official state flower. Arizona became The United State’s 48th state on February 14, 1912. The state’s highest point is Humphrey’s Peak at 12,633 feet. Its deepest area is clearly the Grand Canyon, which is more than a mile deep.
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