Arizona

Impressive culture in great diversity

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The state is located in the southwest of the United States and has about 6.5 million inhabitants. This region unites bizarre canyons, old settlements, flowering cacti and endless space. Impressive culture in great diversity, extraordinary natural events and impressive landscapes are united in Arizona. Fascinating areas, a variety of hiking areas and unforgettable experiences await you. Experience rafting tours and marvel at the panorama of the Grand Canyon, stroll through the vibrant cities or explore the state's golf courses. Variety is guaranteed and the excellent infrastructure will make your trip a relaxing pleasure.
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The point of contact for most tourists are the International Airport in Tucson and the Sky Harbor International in the capital Phoenix. Start your travel adventure from here, some of the most beautiful vacation destinations in Arizona are quickly reached from here. The Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most visited attractions in the United States. It was founded in 1919 and is one of the most famous American landmarks. Up to one million visitors come here annually. The Colorado River runs through the canyon, which is 450 kilometers long. Enjoy the view from the road again and again, no matter if you are hiking through the canyon or driving along the canyon. Especially famous is the Desert View or the BrightAngel Point, enjoy the view of wild Arizona.

Start a boat tour or white water rafting on the Colorado River. Between Lees Ferry and Diamond Creek there is a paddling track that runs for hundreds of miles. Other scenic attractions include Saguaro National Park and Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona. You spend active and nature holidays in Lake Powell on the border to Utah. There, a huge reservoir offers everything you need for an exciting and at the same time relaxing holiday. The capital Phoenix is located in the Sun Valley, start from here to trips into untouched nature. The metropolis is also a vibrant city with countless museums and sights of all kinds.

Turn a visit to a baseball game into a holiday highlight or visit the bar of Alice Cooper. Tucson is the second largest city in Arizona and is surrounded by mountain massifs of up to 2,800 meters in height. Museums and theatres invite you to visit, from here you can start excursions to the Santa Catalina or Tucson Mountains. No other US state has as many monuments as Arizona, learn more about the history of the United States. The climate in the state is quite different. In the higher altitudes cold winters dominate, the further south the journey goes, the warmer it gets.
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At the Mexican border the summers are sometimes extremely hot, in the interior the subtropical climate makes for a wonderful summer holiday. Arizona is worth a holiday all year round and has something for every taste. Sunshine, nature, the most diverse leisure activities, the impressive mountain massifs and a winter sports centre in the north await visitors. Because of the proximity to Mexico, your Arizona trip can be combined very well with an excursion there.