Arizona
Arizona is situated in the Southwestern USA and was the last territory in the continental U.S. to become a state, making it number 48. It is bordered by Utah in the north, New Mexico in the east, Mexico in the south, and California and Nevada in the west. Arizona is the sixth largest state in the USA.
No one can be sure sure where the state of Arizona got its name. It possibly comes from the Spanish version of the Pima Indian word for "little spring place.", but might also originate from the Aztec word "arizuma," meaning "silver-bearing." The Spaniards first used the name Arizona for their mining camps by the Planchas de Plata mine.
The state is nicknamed the "Grand Canyon State.", and many tourists come to visit this landmark every year. The Grand Canyon is recognized as one of the top Seven Natural Wonders Of The World.
Arizona has no shortage of historical links. The Gunfight At The O.K. Corral between Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday with the Clanton gang took place in Tombstone, October 1881. The famous Apache Indian chief Geronimo surrendered in the state in 1885. The state has changed greatly since the days of the "Wild West", but there are still large areas that retain the feel of that era for tourists.
The blend of Indian, Spanish and Mexican influences can be seen in the architecture in the state, as well as in it's customs, foods, and the names of it's places.
The nickname for Arizona is the "Copper State" as it is a leading producer of Copper. It is also still a leading grower of cotton.
Many thanks to www.50states.com for use of the state map.
ARIZONA ON WIKIPEDIA
The State of Arizona () is a state located in the southwestern region of the United States. The capital and largest city is Phoenix. The second largest city is Tucson, followed in size by the four Phoenix metropolitan area cities of Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, and Scottsdale.
Arizona was the 48th and last of the contiguous states, admitted to the Union on February 14, 1912, the 50th anniversary of Arizona's recognition as a territory of the United States. Arizona is noted for its desert climate, exceptionally hot summers, and mild winters, but the high country in the north features pine forests and mountain ranges with cooler weather than the lower deserts. Population figures for the year ending July 1, 2006, indicate that Arizona was at that time the fastest growing state in the United States, exceeding the growth of the previous leader, Nevada, and is currently the second. Arizona has had more female governors than any other U.S. state.
Arizona is one of the Four Corners states. It borders New Mexico, Utah, Nevada, California, touches Colorado, and has a international border with the states of Sonora and Baja California in Mexico. It is the largest landlocked US State by population. In addition to the Grand Canyon, many other national forests, parks, monuments, and Indian reservations are located in the state.
CURRENT WEATHER IN PHOENIX
Current weather conditions in Phoenix, AZ (85001)
Local Pollen Reports
57°F (Feels like 57°F)
Last update: 11/29/09 9:51 AM MST
Humidity: 47%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 37°F
UV Index: 1 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.89in rising
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: calm From: Airport Conditions
Today
Partly Cloudy
High: 65°F
Low: 50°F
Sunrise: 7:13 AM
Sunset: 5:21 PM
Monday
Nov 30
Mostly Sunny
High: 68°F
Low: 47°F
Sunrise: 7:14 AM
Sunset: 5:21 PM
Tuesday
Dec 1
Partly Cloudy
High: 69°F
Low: 48°F
Sunrise: 7:15 AM
Sunset: 5:21 PM
Wednesday
Dec 2
Sunny
High: 70°F
Low: 47°F
Sunrise: 7:16 AM
Sunset: 5:20 PM
FEATURED LENSES ABOUT ARIZONA
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Planning a US Road Trip: The Southern Route
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If you love warmth and sunshine, this is the perfect US road trip for you where you'll get to see 8 different states. Some of the most unique areas of the country are all easily accessible from I-10, a highway that begins in Los Angeles and ends...
LENSES ABOUT ARIZONA
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Hiking The Grand Canyon, Rim To Rim
There is SO much one could write about hiking in t more...2 points
The Grand Canyon
Photos and information on the world wonder, the Gr more...2 points
Planning a US Road Trip: The Southern Route
If you love warmth and sunshine, this is the perfe more...1 point
Discover The Desert Southwest; Tucson, Arizona
Tucson is a city founded upon change; from its bir more...1 point
Phoenix, Arizona ... The Valley of the Sun
Phoenix, Arizona is the largest metropolitan city more...1 point
RECOMMENDED READING ABOUT ARIZONA
Frommer's Arizona 2009 (Frommer's Complete)
Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 11/29/2009)
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ARIZONA ITEMS ON AMAZON
Arizona and Grand Canyon (EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE)
Amazon Price: $10.20 (as of 11/29/2009)
Great Escapes: Arizona
Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 11/29/2009)
Moon Arizona (Moon Handbooks)
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 11/29/2009)
Arizona Highways Photography Guide: How & Where to Make Great Pictures (Arizona Highways: Travel Arizona Collection)
Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 11/29/2009)
Backroads of Arizona: Your Guide to Arizona's Most Scenic Backroad Adventures (Backroads of ...)
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 11/29/2009)
BY THE TIME I GET TO PHOENIX
"By The Time I Get To Phoenix" by Glen Campbell and written by Jimmy Webb reached #3 in the U.S. Pop Charts in 1967.
NEWS ITEMS ABOUT ARIZONA
See what the news media are saying about ARIZONA.
- Arizona edges Arizona State on game-ending field goal
- Arizona rebounded one week after a heartbreaking 44-41 double-overtime loss to No. 11 Oregon. In that game, the Ducks tied it on a TD pass with six seconds ...
- San Diego State routs Northern Arizona 89-48
- Malcom Thomas scored 21 points, and San Diego State scored 23 of the game's first 25 points in an 89-48 rout of Northern Arizona on Saturday. ...
- Arizona man found dead along S. Ore. forest road
- Authorities say they've found the body of an Arizona man whose car was found stuck in the mud on a remote road in Southern Oregon. ...
- Young, Titans, seek to keep rolling vs. Cardinals
- Kurt Warner knows a thing or two about personal redemption as well, and the seasoned signal-caller is expected to lead the Arizona Cardinals into ...
BLOG POSTS ABOUT ARIZONA
See what bloggers are saying about ARIZONA.
- Arizona Nips Arizona State 20-17 - Sports News Story - KPHO Phoenix
- TEMPE, Ariz. -- Alex Zendejas kicked a 32-yard field goal as time expired, and Arizona defeated Arizona State 20-17 on Saturday to retain the Territorial Cup. Saturday, November 28, 2009.
- Where watch Arizona Cardinals vs Tennessee Titans Live Stream NFL ...
- Nov 29. Where watch Arizona Cardinals vs Tennessee Titans Live Stream NFL Game · Uncategorized Add comments. Arizona Cardinals vs Tennessee Titans. Cardinals vs Titans LP Field Sun, Nov 29, 2009 04:15 PM NFL Week 12 ...
- Graphic design jobs in Arizona? « Graphic Design Jobs Help ...
- Any particular area of Arizona that is good for graphic design work? I am considering relocating from Maine and have looked into the Tempe/Phoenix area. Any?
- Arizona capitalizes on ASU muffed punt - Sports - The Olympian ...
- Arizona hung onto the Territorial Cup after Arizona State's Kyle Williams dropped a punt.
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THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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ALABAMA Â Â Â Â ALASKA Â Â Â Â Â ARIZONA
ARKANSAS Â Â Â Â CALIFORNIA Â Â Â COLORADO
CONNECTICUT Â Â Â DELAWARE Â Â Â Â Â FLORIDA
GEORGIA Â Â Â Â Â HAWAII Â Â Â Â Â Â Â IDAHO
ILLINOIS Â Â Â Â INDIANA Â Â Â Â Â Â IOWA
KANSAS Â Â Â Â Â Â KENTUCKY Â Â Â Â Â LOUISIANA
MAINE Â Â Â Â Â Â Â MARYLAND Â Â Â Â Â MASSACHUSETTS
MICHIGAN Â Â Â Â MINNESOTA Â Â Â Â MISSISSIPPI
MISSOURI Â Â Â Â MONTANA Â Â Â Â Â Â NEBRASKA
NEVADA Â Â Â Â Â Â NEW HAMPSHIRE Â NEW JERSEY
NEW MEXICO Â Â Â NEW YORK Â Â Â Â Â NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH DAKOTA Â Â OHIO Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â OKLAHOMA
OREGON Â Â Â Â Â Â PENNSYLVANIA Â Â RHODE ISLAND
SOUTH CAROLINAÂ SOUTH DAKOTA Â Â TENNESSEE
TEXAS Â Â Â Â Â Â Â UTAH Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â VERMONT
VIRGINIA Â Â Â Â WASHINGTON Â Â Â WEST VIRGINIA
WISCONSIN Â Â Â Â Â Â WYOMINGÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â THE USA
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- aj2008 aj2008 Jun 20, 2009 @ 7:17 am
- Yep, the Grand Canyon is on my extended wish list!
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- mulberry mulberry May 4, 2009 @ 6:49 pm
- I've been here, Phoenix, Flagstaff, the petrified forest, Grand Canyon, Sedona...Great place to visit but I would personally want to live there. Give me something more lush and green. Nice lens once again.
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- JaguarJulie JaguarJulie May 4, 2009 @ 6:53 am
- Tony -- you are definitely on a roll with these great state lenses!
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- CherylK CherylK May 3, 2009 @ 3:15 pm
- Love Arizona, love this lens! We go there almost every winter for at least a month. If I could afford it, I'd have a second home there.
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- QueSea QueSea May 3, 2009 @ 8:57 am
- One of my favorite places to visit. Grand Canyon, Four Corners, Sedona, Flagstaff, Quartzite: they're all places I like to go on road trips.
I like the way this lens, and others that you've made, include weather and maps. The State coin was an especially nice touch!
I can hardly wait until you get to Wyoming (smile).
Glad you're taking us along on your journey.
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- LindaJM LindaJM May 3, 2009 @ 3:07 am
- I love Arizona - but I've been there only during winter months. Years ago I hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Maybe I'll write a lens about that one of these days.
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- Webcodes Webcodes May 2, 2009 @ 11:36 pm
- Great Arizona lens. 5*
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- Jewelsofawe Jewelsofawe May 2, 2009 @ 11:07 pm
- I have always liked Arizona. Nice lens!
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- nightbear nightbear May 2, 2009 @ 12:21 am
- I have a friend moving to Sedona Arizona, It is about an hour from Flagstaff, right at the foot of the mountains, kind of an artsy place. She goes on and on about how beautiful it is. But expensive. I have been to the grand canyon. but I really don't love the heat. Great lens. Liked your zazzle.
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- OhMe OhMe May 1, 2009 @ 10:29 pm
- I can't wait until you get to South Carolina. Great work. I have only been to Arizona one time so learned a lot here.
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