
	HOME	HISTORY from Spanish, & Mexican to American governments Father Kino	DESERT CITY Tucson, 'The Old Pueblo,' settled by Indian tribes, founded by Spanish explorers	A CULTURAL MIX Indians, Mexican and Anglos make the Tucson mix	ENJOYING THE WILDERNESS Visit the canyons and mountains of the Sonoran Desert	LIFESTYLES Living in Tucson, the outdoor life

WELCOME TO TUCSON, ARIZONA…

Arizona’s second-largest city is a vibrant mix of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo cultures. Strolling through its historic neighborhoods, you’ll find 19th-century buildings that tell stories of the past, giving the city a rich sense of community and history.

TUCSON OUTDOORS takes you some of the great scenic spots with stunning images and insider insights. Discover hidden hiking trails, breathtaking desert vistas, rich local history, vibrant culture, and essential city tips—everything you need to experience Tucson like a local.

	TRADITIONS Cultural Mix... Tucson has a rich cultural heritage with a mixed population, Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences add to the cultural life of the city.
	A HISTORY From Spanish To Mexican and American governments, read Tucson's colorful history and the arrival of the Spanish explorers.
	THE COWBOY... The quintessential symbol or legend in the American Southwest where there is little as powerful as that of the cowboy.
	BARRIOS & NEIGHBORHOODS A city with a vibrant center bordered by colorful barrios established by early settlers from Mexico—historic, close-knit neighborhoods that reflect a time when neighbors shared traditions and everyone knew each other.”
	HEROES Pancho Villa, murderer and bandit, or a Mexican hero? Father Kino, the first Spainsh explorer.
	EXPLORE THE SONORAN DESERT WILDERNESS One of the world's most diverse cover southern Arizona, and California, Baja California, and Sonora, Mexico.
	FOODIES It's all about the local Mexican food scene, chiles and salsa.
	LIFE IN THE DESERT Living with nature in the Catalina Foothils and life in the city.