If you have decided to take a trip to Arizona, then you want to make sure you have included some destinations that will add a lot of enjoyment to the trip. Luckily, there is plenty for you to see and do in Arizona that will leave you looking forward to your next trip. One place you want to make sure to visit is Jerome.
An interesting fact about Jerome Arizona is that it is known as the largest ghost town in America. This city is also known as the most vertical city in America. It is on top of Cleopatra Hill, between Flagstaff and Prescott and offers you the chance to enjoy miles of great scenery and a lot of wildlife.
If you are a person that likes history, then you will definitely want to be sure to spend some time in Jerome. This town was established back in 1876 and became incorporated in 1899. In the earliest part of Jerome’s existence several fires destroyed large areas of the town.
Another important and very interesting fact that you will want to know about the city of Jerome is that it was once one of the four largest cities in Arizona. It also had the history of being the wickedest town. All of these facts add excitement to what it is that Jerome has to offer and make for a very entertaining trip that will be full of adventure.
Jerome is located within a fairly close proximity to many of the major cities in Arizona. It is only 90 miles from the city of Phoenix, 20 short miles from Sedona, 30 miles from Prescott, 60 miles from Flagstaff, and 10 miles from the city of Cottonwood.
If you have been trying to teach your kids about the history of Arizona, then this is definitely one of the cities you will need to be sure to take them to see in person. You will also want to make sure you don’t forget to bring along your camera so you can record some of the great sights you will see while you are in this historic town. There is much beauty surrounding it and a lot of interesting things for you to photograph. You will want to share the memories you created with those back home and taking pictures to show them is a great way for you to add to the stories you will be telling them.
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