Yuma Vacation

The small city of Yuma situated in the southwestern nook of Arizona has developed over the years into a perfect retreat for vacationers who want to enjoy the warmth of the sun and pleasant weather. From catering to the forts with military supplies from California during the Apache wars to developing as a tourist destination, Yuma acts as a perfect host to vacation ers who want to enjoy a beautiful weekend retreat. Together with the sun and some fun-filled outdoor activities like golf and hunting one can also have a view of some of the most visited tourist sites in Yuma. Some of the must-see tourist destinations in Yuma which should not be missed out on while on a vacation to the place are:

• Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park: A historic prison built in 1876, one can view here photographs of prisoners who all have served their respective terms in the prison's 33 years of functioning. While visiting the place one can get a complete experience of how Frontier justice was.
• Lutes Casino: Once it was the first pool hall to function in Arizona and till today is the oldest of its kind. But today it is no longer a casino although it has not stopped serving its Especial Burger which is a special combination of hot dog and hamburger.

• Yuma Crossing State Historic Park: A historic crossing point over the Colorado the site served as a major transportation center over five centuries and during the wars was also a military supply center. One can now view here the restored historic buildings which commemorate its old status as a crossing point.
• Imperial National Wildlife Refuge: Spanning over a 30 mile area it covers wetlands and deserts in its purview. The place is enriched with flora and fauna of varying kinds and activities like bird watching, hiking, boating and fishing are in full swing here.
• Quechan Indian Museum: Dedicated to the Quenchans this museum traces the origins of the Quenchan culture through numerous archaeological photographs and displays.
• Century House Museum: Located amidst gardens filled with exotic flora and fauna, it is a regional museum established with the aim to exhibit Arizona's territorial past to the visitors.