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Gilbert

(Encyclopedia) Gilbert, city (2020 pop. 267,918), Maricopa co. S central Ariz., suburb of Phoenix, located S of Mesa and E of Chandler; inc. 1920.…

Saguaro National Park

(Encyclopedia) Saguaro National Park, 91,443 acres (37,021 hectares), SE Ariz. Contained within the desert park are many examples of the saguaro cactus (Cereus giganteus), a monumentally proportioned…

Arizona Map: Regions, Geography, Facts & Figures

When you look at the map of Arizona, you can see that it is a U.S. state located in the southwestern region of the country. The state is known for its diverse geography, which includes the Grand…

Tucson

(Encyclopedia) TucsonTucsont&oomacr;ˈsŏnˌ [key], city (1990 pop. 405,390), seat of Pima co., SE Ariz.; inc. 1877. Situated in a desert plain surrounded by mountains, Tucson is an important and…

The Largest States in the U.S. by Area

The United States of America is a country of immense geographical diversity, with a landscape that spans from snow-capped mountains to sun-kissed beaches, arid deserts to lush forests. The country's…