How big is the Grand Canyon?
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is about 277 miles long and about a mile deep.
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Does Arizona observe daylight saving time?
Most of Arizona doesn't observe daylight saving time, though the Navajo Nation does.
Why is Arizona called the Valentine's Day state?
Arizona became the 48th state, the last of the contiguous states, on February 14, 1912.
When does a saguaro cactus grow arms?
Saguaro cacti grow naturally only in the Sonoran Desert and may take 50 to 70 years to grow their first arms.
Why is London Bridge in Arizona?
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, bought London Bridge in 1968 and rebuilt it there.
How old is Meteor Crater?
Meteor Crater in Arizona formed about 50,000 years ago.
What is the Petrified Forest?
Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona is known for its fossilized wood.
Where do four states meet at one point?
Four Corners is the only place where four US states meet: Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah.
What are Arizona's Five C's?
Arizona's Five C's are copper, cattle, cotton, citrus, and climate.
Where was Pluto discovered?
Pluto was discovered in 1930 at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, which in 2001 became the world's first International Dark Sky City.