Arizona is a state in the southwestern region of the United States, with Utah, New Mexico, Nevada, and California bordering it. The capital and largest city is Phoenix. Arizona is currently ranked 6th in area, coming in at 295,234 square kilometres. Arizona has a population of 6.5 million people.
Arizona is mainly noted for its desert climate, with, dry hot summers and mild winters. About one quarter of the state is made up of Native American Reservations. Arizona has an abundance of mountains and plateaus and offers some of the most unique rock formations in the world, which are great for picture and climbing.
Arizona isnt all desert though, more than a quarter of the state is forested, and boasts the largest stand of Ponderosa pine in the world.
Arizona has many tourist attractions, ranging from the Grand Canyon to National Parks that preserve endangered wildlife and offer a guaranteed unique hiking experience. But wait, theres more. Visit West Mitten at Monument Valley, and Blue Mesa at Petrified Forest National Park. For those into art and culture, many can find comfort in the Phoenix Art Museum.