Tucson, nicknamed the Old Pueblo, is Arizona's oldest city. Today this modern city with high-tech industries and worldly cultural events, retains the charm of its Southwestern frontier roots with a harmonious blend of Indian, Spanish, Mexican and Anglo heritages.

Tucson is an Indian word which translates as "water at black mountain." Located in the shadow of Mt. Lemmon and along side the Santa Cruz River, it has been home to Indian Villages and farms for at least 2,000 years. The whole region offers exciting activities all year long and the city is alive with performing arts, special events, and outdoor activities.

Classical cultural events such as the symphony, opera, ballet, dance and theater attract local residents and visitors around the world. Music venues of all kinds and variety can be enjoyed from country western, folk, rock to jazz.

The art world of Tucson enhanced by its native and ethnic heritage offers many treasures from its museums to its galleries and markets.

Other attractions include the Biosphere 2, A glass-enclosed environment in which 8 people attempted to live for two years. Kitt Park Observatory that sit atop an almost 7,000 foot mountain, Saguaro National Park and Old Tucson Studios built in 1939 and used for more than 300 film and television features