Arizona

Arizona


 * capitol: Phoenix AZ
 * nickname: Grand Canyon state
 * bird: cactus wren
 * gemstone: turquise
 * 10th largest state in the united states
 * population: 1,445,632 for Phoenix ** State: Arizona **
 * ** Capitol: Phoenix **
 * ** population: (Arizona) 6,482,505 **


 * Facts about the State **
 * Bird: cactus wren
 * Flower: saguaro cactus
 * Gem or State Rock: turquise
 * Origin of State Name
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 * Motto: good
 * Flag [[image:http://www.netstate.com/states/symb/flags/images/az_fi.gif width="126" height="81"]]
 * Population Size as of 2010: 6,482,505
 * Weather/Climate seasonal usual always sunny


 * Geography **
 * Region of the US: Southwestern Reigon
 * Major cities in the state: Phoenix, Tucson
 * Neighboring states: California, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado
 * Any bodies of water in or around? no
 * Topography
 * Time Zone they dont have a time zone Mountain time zone


 * Government **
 * Who are the leaders? (Specify governor, 2 senators and House of Representative members) senators: jon kyl john mcCain governer: jan brewer


 * History **
 * When the State got its statehood 48th state 1912
 * Famous people Stevie Nicks, Phil Mickelson, Jordin Sparks, John McCain
 * Famous events that took place in this state
 * Culture **
 * Special: foods, music, festivals, etc
 * Demographics – Diversity, Religion, etc.


 * Attractions **
 * Landmarks
 * Sports Teams Basketball: Phoenix Suns, baseball: Arizona Diamond Backs, Football: Arizona Cardinals Hockey: Phoenix Coyotes College Football: Sun Devils
 * Recreation
 * Colleges University of Phoenix
 * Famous buildings/businesses
 * Natural Parks
 * Major Events:
 * Major Airports: PHX


 * Unique **
 * Crazy State Law donkeys cannot sleep in bathtubes, there is a possible 25 years in prison for cutting down a cactus, hunting camels is prohibited
 * Interesting Facts All new Englad plus Pennsylvania would fit in Arizona