: The Saguaro cactus , which can live for over 200 years, stands as a silent witness to the resilience required to thrive in this environment. A Legacy of the "Five Cs"

Historically, the identity of an Arizonan was built on five pillars of economic security:

: As home to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World , the Grand Canyon serves as the ultimate symbol of the state's rugged, deep-time history .

: The state's character is often told through the Mogollon Rim , a massive geological spine that separates the hot desert floor from the cool high-country forests.