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| Arizona |
| Capital City |
| Phoenix |
| State Nickname |
| Grand Canyon State |
| Population |
| 6,166,318 |
| Location |
| South of Utah; west of New Mexico; north of Mexico; east of Mexico, California, and Nevada. |
| Area |
| 114,000 square miles |
| Time |
| Mountain Time Zone |
The Arizona Guide
is your extensive guide to traveling in Arizona. Known for breathtaking scenery that includes the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert, Arizona has outdoor grandeur and so much more to offer you on your next vacation.
The
large Native American population in Arizona has had a huge cultural
influence on the state's arts
and entertainment scenes. Most of the state's museums, universities, and galleries
house departments specially made to showcase Native American
artifacts and events. While Native American influence is less obvious
in performing arts such as theater and music, even then if you look closely enough, you'll find hints of the
presence of the people who have walked Arizona's lands for centuries.
The 22 Native American tribes that call Arizona
home have made a large impact on the culinary styles
of Arizona. Many restaurants throughout the state serve
traditional Native American dishes like tortillas filled with
meats and vegetables, and beef stew. Visitors can also
pick and prepare saguaro fruit at Ha:san Bak!, a saguaro
harvest festival held annually at Colossal Cave Mountain
Park.
Getting Info:
Your local bookstore or library is a great place to look for information about Arizona. Travel guides, history books, geography books, and travel magazines are all great companions when planning your trip. |
Making Decisions:
The eight different tourist regions of Arizona are all appealing in their own ways. If you haven't got time to visit them all, let us help you decide where to spend your vacation with our Making Decisions guide. |
