Arizona is the 48th state in USA, having achieved statehood on February 14th, 1912. The state of Arizona is known for the desert climate, meaning hot summers and mild winters. Northern Arizona has mountains, and forests, as well as deep canyons and ski resorts. Apart from the Grand Canyon, there are numerous national forests and parks, many of them with monuments to see.

One quarter of the state is Indian reservation land, housing the 27 tribes of Native Americans. The largest tribe is the Navajo Nation, with a citizenship of over 300,000 people.

The population of Arizona boomed after the introduction of refrigeration soon after WWII, and it is now the sixth largest state in area.

Many people believe that the name comes from a Basque word meaning ‘place of oaks’, while the Papago Tribe translates it as ‘place of the little spring’. Whichever translation you adopt, the state will amaze you with some of the sights and places of interest to explore.

6. The Heard Museum

In this private museum you will be able to see many things related to American Indian Art. The museum works with American Indian artists to provide visitors with an insight into the art of the native people. Particularly impressive is the collection from the Southwest.
Allow a half a day here, although there is plenty of other interesting things to see in the area.

7. London Bridge

This is the bridge that was built in the UK in the 1830’s, and used to be across the Thames. In 1967 it was dismantled and shipped across to Arizona. Every single block was numbered so that it could be built back in the original state.
The bridge now spans the Colorado River, with the town of Lake Havasu City on the one bank. Many people come to this place so that they can say they have stood on the bridge in both continents, once before it was dismantled, and once in Arizona.
It is worth spending a full day and possibly a night in the town as there is a lot to see, and many good restaurants where you can eat while looking over the river.

8. The Phoenix Zoo

This is the largest non-profit zoo in the USA, and it is situated in Papago Park, near Phoenix.
You will find over 1,400 animals here along with 2.5 miles of walking trails, which will show you typical southwest flora and fauna. There are four trails which you can take, namely the Arizona Trail, the Africa Trail, the Tropics Trail, and the Children’s Trail where you will find a petting zoo.

The zoo is also home to some of the last remaining Oryx. They have now included a sanctuary for endangered or unwanted animals.
Plan on spending a day here, there is a place where you can stop and get something to eat. Be sure to take enough water if you visit in the warmer months.

9. Montezuma Castle National Monument

You will find this in Camp Verde, which is north of Phoenix. They are well-preserved homes which were built between 1100 and 1425 AD by the Hohokam people.
The houses, which are built right into the rock face, were abandoned more than 40 years ago, and do not really look anything like a castle, although it is well worth taking the time to see this.
The main part consists of twenty rooms over 5 stories, and slightly resembles a high-rise block.
This will take a half day to see. Be sure to take sturdy shoes as you are walking in the desert where there are thorns and cacti around every corner.

10. Biosphere 2

This is situated in the town of Oracle. The complex has been owned by the University of Arizona since 2011. It serves as a research centre, teaching people about the earth and the living systems.
The complex covers 3.14 acres and is the largest closed system ever to be built and maintained.
The original idea was to prove that life could be sustained in a closed ecosystem for as long as eight years. It was used twice for this, once in 1991-1993, and then again from March to September 1994.
Spend a half a day here, and learn how life could be like living in a huge bubble!

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