Places to see and things to do in Arizona
Arizona is known worldwide as "The Great Canyon State." The Grand
Canyon is a colossal and spectacular manifestation of Mother Nature. The
Grand Canyon is a giant gorge carved by the Colorado river for millions
of years. It is about 300 kilometers long, almost 18 miles wide, and in
some parts close to a mile deep. This reveals deep abyss of billions of
years of geological history at a glance. It is a wonderful place for
road trips, hiking and rafting.
Beauty of Nature
Arizona boasts of twenty state parks, and 6
spectacular National Parks mentioned below.
* Tonto National Forest
* Apache Sitgreaves National Forest
* Coconino National Forest
* Prescott National Forest
* Coronado National Forest
*Kaibab National Forest
All these parks are ideal for camping, hiking, observation of nature
and fishing for the whole family. Some of these parks, even have
archeological significance and are ideal for a fun learning experience
for both young and old.
Painted Desert
As its name implies, the Painted Desert is a vast area of desert land
painted in all shades of fantasy ranging from lavender and gray to
orange and pink. Millions of years of erosiveness under the Arizona
sunlight, volcanic eruptions. Techniques and earthquakes have
transformed ordinary clay and sandstone in the fantastic creation
retained today as the Painted Desert. Spanish settlers, mesmerized by
the beauty of the land, called it The Painted Desert. Here you can take a
trip through the desert through if you are of the adventurous type, a
hike through the wilderness of the land, to discover its beauty with
your own eyes. Do not miss the sunset because that is when the desert of
Arizona has the most spectacular colors, bathed by by the burning rays
of the sun.
Bordering the Arizona desert, east of Winslow, Petrified Forest has its origin a few hundred millions of years ago, it was a place of rich forest land, but an volcanic eruption destroyed its unique trees and petrified the forest. Today we can observe and learn about millions of years of our planet's history through the study of fossilized plants. It is also a great hiking and camping spot. Visitors have the option to explore the area on horseback, llama, mule or donkey.
Arizona's West Coast
The calm waters of the Colorado river and lakes of western Arizona create the perfect place for sports like swimming, boating and many more. It is an area full of interesting museums, natural attractions and wildlife, while it is home to a friendly community as well.
Tribal Lands
The state of Arizona has the highest portion of land allocated to
Native American tribes in the United States. Therefore, Arizona provides
the location to experience the culture and tribal art. You can even
book a stay in an indigenous reserve and spend a few days in the heart
of the rich tribal culture.
However, there are certain things you should be careful with when
visiting a tribal community. You must remember to respect their customs
and beliefs. Be careful when taking photographs and always remember to
get permission before doing so. If you're going to see any tribal
dances, remember they are religious ceremonies, and therefore, dress and
behave properly. Clapping after these tribal dances is considered a
lack of respect!
London Bridge
Yes, there is a London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona! It was
initially placed on the River Thames in London, Great Britain, later
they dismantled in 1967 and rebuilt in Lake Havasu City. It is of great
architectonic value as well as of the historical importance.