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Our 50 States: [Arizona]

Our 50 States: [Arizona]. Joyce Greene More to discover and definitely more than you expect, all here waiting for you. Outstanding Features!. The Grand Canyon State Super Bowl XLII National Geographic Geotourism. Activities at The Grand Canyon. Hiking Rafting Mule ride Biking

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Our 50 States: [Arizona]

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  1. Our 50 States:[Arizona] Joyce Greene More to discover and definitely more than you expect, all here waiting for you.

  2. Outstanding Features! • The Grand Canyon State • Super Bowl XLII • National Geographic Geotourism

  3. Activities at The Grand Canyon • Hiking • Rafting • Mule ride • Biking • Guided tours • Jeeps • Helicopters • trains

  4. 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

  5. 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.

  6. Symbols of Arizona • The state bird is: Cactus Wren • The state flower is: Saguaro Cactus Blossom • The state tree is: The palo verde

  7. State Flag • 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. • 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.

  8. Works Cited 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. • Pictures: • http://www.50states.com/flag/azflag.htm • Information: • http://www.arizonaguide.com/

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