Tucson Arizona Attractions
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History - Tucson's rich heritage includes a mixture
of Spanish, Indian, Hispanic, and Anglo cultural influences.
. The name "Tucson" is derived from the Indian word,
"Chuk-son," meaning village of the dark spring at
the foot of the mountains. This Arizona city was etablished
in 1775 by Spanish soldiers as a walled presidio - the Presidio
of San Augustin de Tucson. Tucson became a part of the United
States as part of the Gadsden Purchase. Following a turbulent
territorial period racked by conflict with the Apache Indians,
Arizona became the 48th state in 1912. Today, Today Tucson is
one of the fastest growing urban areas in the United States.
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San Xavier Mission, Tubac, De Anza Trail, Arizona Historical
Society, Old Tucson
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Children's Activities
- The Tucson Children's Museum offers many educational
tours. Students can travel back in time during a Dinosaur Canyon
Safari or learn the difference between current and static electricity
with a Zap, Crackle, Zoom! tour. They can also explore
the Sea of Cortez in our Depths of the Sea guided tour and When
You Grow Up allows children to imagine grown-up life with
role-playing and dress-up activities.
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Tucson Children's Museum
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Nature - Some of
the most appealing attractions around Tucson Arizona are found
outdoors. When you travel to Tucson, you can see many species
of animals and plants not found in any other state. A gila
monster, sidewinder, tarantula, or the giant saguaro cactus
are just a few of the possibilities. Or you can hike, swim,
golf, play tennis or bike 360 days a year.
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Sabino Canyon, Tucson Botanical Gardens,
Tohono Chul Park, Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum, Mount Lemmon,
Kartcher Caverns
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| Science -
Astronomy buffs of all ages will love the attractions
awaiting them during their Tucson vacation. Attend special planetarium
shows and telescope viewing hours. Explore hands-on science
exhibits and history of planet earth.
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Flandrau Planetarium, Kitt Peak Observatory
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Tucson Arts - Tucson
is proud of its many art galleries, fine restaurants and exciting
programs. We invite you to discover for yourself when you
travel to Tucson all the interesting fine art exhibitions,
artisans displaying their unique products.
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Tucson Museum of Art, UA Center for Creative Photography,
Philabaum Glass Blowers, Tubac Artists Colony
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Tucson Aviation
- Aviation played a large role in the transformation of Tucson
from a dusty town into a modern city. Good flying weather
has attracted people and business here for decades. Tucson
aviation museums have a reputation as some of the best faciities.
For aviation enthusiasts of all ages, Tucson's museums will
brings history to life.
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Pima Air Space Museum AMARC Facility, Titan Missile Museum
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