| Arizona is known as the Grand Canyon State. In addition to featuring one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Arizona offers lush desert landscapes, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking mountain views. From small communities to one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, Arizona offers travelers and its residents unique experiences packed with adventure, stunning sights and enriching culture.
Arizona history is rich in legends of America's Old West. It was in Arizona that the great Indian chiefs Geronimo and Cochise led their people against the frontiersmen. Tombstone, Ariz., was the site of the famous gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Today, Arizona has one of the largest U.S. Indian populations; more than 14 tribes are represented on 20 reservations.
Manufacturing has become Arizona's most important industry. Principal products include electrical, communications and aeronautical items. The state produces over half of the country's copper. Arizona's top agricultural commodities include cattle and calves, dairy products, and cotton. The state's name comes from arizonac, from two Papago Indian words meaning "place of the young spring." Arizona has a very dry climate and is known for its cactus plants. The state flower is the saguaro cactus blossom.
Phoenix is the state's capital and largest city and Tucson is its second largest city. Arizona attractions include the Grand Canyon, the Petrified Forest, the Painted Desert, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Fort Apache, and the reconstructed London Bridge at Lake Havasu City. | 
