Dramatic upheavals and natural forces created incomparable rock formations in memorable fiery hues. Mesmerizing artists and visitors alike, this region has evolved from a rural town to a tourist haven.

Sedona is a tourist haven, offering panoramic views like few other locations. At an elevation of 4,500 feet, the average year-round temperature is about 74 degrees. Appealing to visitors from all over the world, this town is the second most popular attraction in Arizona, right behind the Grand Canyon National Park.

Arizona

United States

Population: 10,400

Elevation: 4350 feet

Average Annual Rainfall: 17.15 inches

Average January Temperature: 55 degrees F (High), 30 degrees F (Low)

Average July Temperature: 95 degrees F (High), 65 degrees F (Low)

Major Industries: tourism/hospitality/recreation, retail trade, government

Ethnic Mix: 91% Caucasian, 1.6% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.4% African American, 5.5% Other

Electricity: 110 volts, 60Hz, standard two pin plugs

Time Zone: GMT-7

Country Dialing Code: 1

Area Code: 928 ( 1 and the area code must be dialed even for local calls )

In 1901, T. Carl Schnebly and his wife, Sedona, moved to the fairly unpopulated Arizona area and after complaints from residents that it took to long to get their mail, Schnebly applied for a postal permit under the name "Schnebly Station" and "Oak Creek Crossing." Both names were rejected as they were too long to put on a cancellation stamp, and Schnebly tried again using his wife's name, Sedona, which was approved by postal officials in 1902. Sedona is famous for its Red Rock topography. Its desert locale is a magnet for visitors from around the world looking for unsullied peace, quiet and dry meditative air.

Sedona is located at the base of an irregular row of cliffs that extends across Arizona from northwest, near Las Vegas, to southeast more than 300 miles. Phoenix lies 114 miles south, Las Vegas 278 miles northwest and Los Angeles 482 miles west.