Things you need to know about Sedona, Red Rock City, Arizona
Divided into Yabapai and Coconino counties, Red Rock City is known for its natural highlights and sacred energy.
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- Sedona visitors can enjoy hiking, jeep tours, swimming holes and spiritual whirlpools.
- The city has a thriving arts community with galleries, boutiques and a Tlaquepaque shopping village.
- Sedona is an international dark sky community and offers outstanding stargaze opportunities.
Towering orange red pots and trees lined with Oak Creek Canyon dominates the Sedona skyline.
Sedona, Verde Valley City, about 116 miles northwest of Phoenix City Centre, is famous for its iconic red rocks like the Cathedral rocks, Bellrock and Courthouse Butte. People also come to the vibrant arts community, outdoor recreation and wellness spas.
Frequently welcomed by TripAdvisor users and praise for everything from natural landmarks to restaurants, Sedona attracts an estimated 3 million visitors each year. Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Sedona can be done in a day or in a few days. Below are the 10 highlights listed on the Sedona Bucket list:
Hiking Devil’s Bridge
One of Sedona’s most famous hiking trails is the moderate hiking that leads to natural sandstone arches. Devil’s Bridge is a round trip of about four miles, and the payoff is a natural arch, 50 feet tall.
The trail is popular so expect crowds when visiting. And when you cross a small dirt road to the trailhead, you will be more comfortable with a more comfortable vehicle.
Take a Sedona Jeep Tour
Have you been on a hike? See Sedona’s natural landmarks without trekking on foot. Some companies include air jeep tours Pink Adventure Tour, Sedona Jeep Tour, Red Rock Western Jeep Tour others. Tours usually include stops at Red Rock Formation and cliff residences in ancient Shinaguan.
Be prepared to hit the rough roads. And get dressed for the weather.
Splash at Slide Rock State Park
About five miles north of Sedona city centre, swimming holes with natural water slides are a great way for travelers looking to hit the heat. Slide Rock State Parkthe historic home site with apple orchards features 80 feet long natural sandstone slides along Oak Creek.
Slidelock is not the only swimming hole in Sedona, but it is the most famous. Expect a large crowd in the summer.
Look at the Chapel of the Holy Cross
What will be made Chapel of the Holy Cross This Roman Catholic chapel, built in the 1950s, is how this Roman Catholic chapel was built around the red rocks of Sedona.
Commissioned by sculptor Marguerite Brunswig Staad, a former student of famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the project was designed in a minimalist style that suits the landscape with lighting and colour.
Open daily from 9am to 5pm, and you can visit freely.
Access the Energy Vortex
Several landmarks in Sedona are thought to have spiritual energy and healing properties. These landmarks are called vortices.
Two of Sedona’s most popular red rock bats, Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock, are one of the main vortices. that’s right Airport Mesaprovides a panoramic view of the red rocks. Boynton Canyon, Box Canyon, loved for its outstanding scenery.
Be spoiled at the Enchant Resort
Sedona lacks spas and wellness resorts, and one of the most admired of these spots is Boynton Canyon, one of the city’s four major vortices. Enchant Resort This is a luxurious oasis surrounded by canyons. the mii amo The spa offers treatments inspired by the vortex energy of the surroundings and canyons.
See Cathedral Rock
Sedona has a layer of 25 square miles of red rock, formed by sea tides and desert winds millions of years ago. Many travelers consider it a crown jewel of Sedona’s natural landmark. TripAdvisor users ranked it number one Visit the city. It is one of Arizona’s most photogenic sights, something many travelers encounter on hiking through the trails that lead to it.
Browse the gallery on Tlaquepaque
Sedona has a thriving arts community with a rich gallery, many of which can be found at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village. With over 50 galleries, specialty shops and restaurants, this walkable shopping area is modeled after a traditional Mexican village and named after the Mexican word translated into “the best of all.”
Find your inner peace at the Amitaba pagoda
The Amitaba pagoda and Peace Park are located at the foot of Thunder Mountain. Explained by Buddhist organizations Kunzang PalyulChölingThis site is run as a “living being of peace and love.” This is a place where people can pray and meditate on the pagoda, and spin the wheels of prayer, and are said to produce energy to send prayers throughout the land. You can visit freely and walk the path. Donations are accepted.
Where can I look in Sedona?
Sedona is an international dark sky community and is recognized for its night sky protection against light pollution. Many Sedona travelers visit the starry sky and watch the stars play shows against the city’s red rock formations.
Night sky viewing spots are recommended Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Industry Include Baldwin trailhead. There you can see the stars above the rocks of the cathedral. Beaverhead flat scenic overlooking, a lesser known spot with an unobstructed view. Tour groups like Evening Sky Tour Hotels like the Landscape Hotel offer experiences based on Sedona’s starry hybrids and astronomy.
Michael Salerno is an award-winning journalist who has been covering travel and tourism since 2014. His work as a consumer travel journalist in the Republic of Arizona aims to help readers navigate the stress of travel and get the best value on their vacation. He can reach with michael.salerno@gannett.com. Follow him on previous Twitter, X: @salerno_phx.
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