Sedona is a city in the middle of Arizona, in the Verde Valley region and is well known for its gorgeous red sandstone formations called the Red Rocks. The city itself is a haven for celebrity and well-to-do visitors who make it a second home or frequent the areas resorts and hotels, which trend toward the upscale. Located in the Upper Sonoran Desert, the weather is reliably dry and hot in the summer, with mild winters. The city is a mecca for all kinds of contemporary art and offers a wide variety of galleries, boutiques and specialty shops. The town maintains a distinctive southwestern architectural look throughout in order to better mesh with its surrounding red rock environment.