Joyce Greene

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Our 50 States:Our 50 States:[Arizona][Arizona]

Outstanding Features!

• The Grand Canyon State

• Super Bowl XLII

• National Geographic Geotourism

Activities at The Grand Canyon• Hiking

• Rafting

• Mule ride

• Biking

• Guided tours−Jeeps−Helicopters−trains

Super Bowl XLII

• When: February 3, 2008

• Where: New University of Phoenix Stadium

• Stadium features− The only rollout field AND− The only retractable roof stadium in the world

National Geographic Geotourism Charter

• Proud to be an official signatory of the National Geographic Geotourism Charter

• the Arizona Office of Tourism has created Arizona Origins — a celebration of culture, nature, history and heritage.

• Arizona and Sonora, Mexico, in collaboration with National Geographic, have published a map highlighting the Arizona-Sonoran Desert region. − It features over 80 authentic experiences, such as

Ramsey Canyon Preserve and the Heard Museum.

Symbols of Arizona• The state bird is:

Cactus Wren

• The state flower is: Saguaro Cactus Blossom

• The state tree is:The palo verde

State Flag

• Red and gold were also the colors carried by Coronado's Spanish expedition in search of the Seven Cities of Cibola in 1540.

• The bottom half of the flag has the same Liberty blue as the United States flag.

• Since Arizona was the largest producer of copper in the nation, a copper star was placed in the flag's center.

•The 13 rays of red and gold on the top half of the flag represent both the 13 original colonies of the Union, and the rays of the Western setting sun.

Works Cited• Pictures:

− http://www.50states.com/flag/azflag.htm

• Information:− http://www.arizonaguide.com/

From small communities to one of the fastest growing cities in the United

States, Arizona offers travelers unique experiences packed with hospitality,

adventure, and stunning sights.