Prescott, Arizona

Prescott, according to Nancy W, is pronounced like "bisuit" . . . love that, I found a couple of great websites to see where I'm actually going!! Here's a good one!
PRESCOTT, ARIZONA AREA FACTS

Location:

.	Prescott is in Central Northern Arizona, amid the largest stand of ponderosa pines in the world
.	96 miles northwest of Phoenix
.	90 miles southwest of Flagstaff
.	95 miles from Grand Canyon National Park

Prescott Climate:

.	5,300 foot elevation
.	Average summer temperature: 85 degrees Fahrenheit
.	Average winter temperature: 50 degrees Fahrenheit

History Highlights of Prescott, Arizona:

.	Prescott is Arizona's first territorial capital
.	Prescott was founded in 1864, incorporated into Arizona in 1881
.	Named for William Hickling Prescott, a noted historian
.	Prescott contains over 600 buildings in the National Register of Historic Places, including many beautifully restored Victorian-era homes and bungalows
.	Prescott's territorial heritage is preserved in her historic districts containing lovely Victorian homes

Notables:

.	Prescott is home of the world's oldest, continuously running rodeo
.	Prescott is "Arizona's Christmas City"
.	Mild four-season climate and year-round recreational activities
.	Prescott is consistently named the "Best Place to Retire" by national publications
.	Closest urban area to a National Forest.

In Prescott "History Lives On"