Visit the Heaven for Artists - Sedona

Native Americans first settled in Sedona, Arizona,- The Median age is 50
about 6000 years ago. The Hopi Indians, for instance,- The distance from Sedona to Washington DC is
lived in caves and grew enough food to sustain2048 miles.
themselves. Considering Sedona doesn't average- The average household income is 65,000
much yearly rainfall, this is no small feat. The first white- 51% of Sedona's 19 square miles are owned by
settlers appeared in and around Sedona in 1876. Inprivate landowners. The rest is owned by the
1902, when T.C. Schnebly opened up Sedona's firstCoconino National Forest.
post office and began delivering mail, there were about- The highest point is Coffee Pot Rock at 5600 feet.
twenty families inhabiting the area. Schenbly's wife's- The lowest point is Oak Creek at 4,000 feet.
first name was Sedona, which is what he named his- Sedona is visiting by about two to four million tourists
post office and town.each year.
Sedona became a heaven for artists around theSedona has something for everyone. Visitors to this
1950's and even today is home to many creative andarea can enjoy hiking, shopping, art galleries, fine hotels
eclectic types. Here are some interesting facts aboutand restaurants. One can rent a jeep or play tennis or
Sedona:golf. Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross or take in the
- Sedona was incorporated in 1988.beauty of Red Rock State Park. Increase your spiritual
- The population is 20,000grown and personal enlightenment at one of the
- Elevation is 4,400 feet above sea leveltown's Energy Vortexes or take a take a jeep tour
- The average temperature is 75 degrees.and admire your surroundings. The possibilities are
- Sedona is located approximately 120 miles fromendless and one thing is for sure. You'll want to return
Phoenix.as often as possible.
- Average annual rainfall is about 17.15 inches.