Arizona Travel Guide
The 48th State of the United States, Arizona, was founded in 1912. It has an area of about 114 thousand square miles and a population of more than 5 million people. Arizona has two nicknames: the first - Grand Canyon State and the second - Copper State. Symbols of the state - cactus flower (Carnegiea gigantea) and the cactus wren (wren is a bird). The name comes from the ancient word "arizuma", which means in the language of Aztecs "rich silver"
Business: base metal mining and other mineral resources, engineering, transportation and electrical equipment, and agriculture (dairy and meat cattle breeding, cultivation of wheat and lettuce J).
The capital of Arizona is the city of Phoenix. Large cities: Tucson, Glendale, Scottsdale, Yuma, and others.
What to see
Grand Canyon National Park - undoubtedly the most famous nature reserve area in the United States. At 1.2 million acres, it is located in north-eastern Arizona. The Grand Canyon is one of the most unusual geological sites on our planet, so it is very well researched. It can reveal 4 of the geological ages of Earth with the diversity of rocks and caves that contain a wealth of geological, biological and archaeological material. The Grand Canyon is considered one of the best examples of soil erosion. At the bottom of the canyon, the Colorado River flows.
The Grand Canyon National Park consists of several ecosystems. There are at least five forest zones and four deserts. The Flora and Fauna Reserve includes 1500 species of plants, 355 species of birds, 89 species of mammals, 47 species of reptiles, 9 species of amphibians and 17 species of fish!
The southern end of the Grand Canyon is more developed in terms of tourism infrastructure. There is a huge parking lot, a lot of hotels, restaurants, etc.
The Grand Canyon is more than just a giant fault and a breathtaking view. This is a gift from the past, which is shocking in its beauty and splendor.
Lake Havasu City - This city is called "Personal Watercraft Capital of the World" (ie, privately owned watercraft and large houseboats), it is located on the shores of the Colorado River and is one of the main places in the south-west United States where competitions are held for water sports. Throughout the year the city has yachting regattas, private racing, fishing, and organizes various kinds of competitions.
Also in this city is one of the major attractions of Arizona - the London Bridge. The bridge was dismantled in London, brought by Arizona in 1968, and transported and rebuilt in Lake Havasu City. This is the largest in the world of antiques - London Bridge 140 years! Now in London Bridge are: pier, golf clubs, hotels and camp. Every year there are celebration days at London Bridge: parades, concerts and Renaissance Festival.