Intense sunshine and heat in Phoenix pose a unique challenge for gardeners trying to grow flowers and vegetables. One family has created a system for growing plants vertically on the block walls surrounding their property.
Category: Structures
Remote location in Verde River Valley helps protect ancient ruins of Mindeleff Cavate dwellings
Compared to many national parks that feature smooth asphalt roads with large parking lots and visitor centers,Mindeleff Cavates ruins are relatively inaccessible. That may be a good thing because the ancient dwelling site is very well preserved.
Experience the spirit of the Southwest at Tonto National Monument Cliff Dwellings
Although there are many ruins sites in Arizona, few are as easily accessible or well preserved as the Tonto National Monument cliff dwellings.
World’s smallest museum fits perfectly in Superior
At the World’s Smallest Museum in Superior, AZ you can view the world’s largest Apache Tear stone from one of the world’s largest copper mines.
Stroll through a desert wonderland at Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, tucked into the foothills of Picketpost Mountain near Superior, AZ is a state park like no other. It’s home to hundreds of species of desert loving plants from around Arizona and other parts of the world.
Rock stacks in nature: Art or vandalism?
Some think it’s a beautiful form of art. Others equate it to environmental vandalism. What do you think? Take the … More
Historic Hayden Flour Mill remains an anchor in downtown Tempe
Hayden Flour Mill attracted the town that became Tempe and gave Mill Avenue its name.
Inverted pyramid building in Tempe shades itself
Unlike most office buildings in Arizona’s Valley of the Sun that tend to get super hot from intense sunlight beating … More
Burro Creek Bridge spans farther than most in the Southwest
Stretching across the remote Burro Creek gorge along U.S. Highway 93 about 15 miles (24 kms) south of Wikieup, AZ … More
Mystery of Phoenix castle unraveled
It’s called My Mystery Castle, although once you hear the story it’s not so mysterious. Boyce Gully built this native stone castle at … More
Historic El Tovar Hotel transcends time on Grand Canyon South Rim
Along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon sits the El Tovar hotel, known by travelers around the world for … More
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