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Introduction
Phoenix, known as The Valley of the Sun for its 300 days of sunshine each year, is fragmented into many neighborhoods and suburbs. Visitors first notice the sprawling low profile of most of the valley, with two exceptional high-rise downtown... Continue reading »
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History
Phoenix has a history dating back to 700 CE, evidenced by the Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park, the remains of a civilized, resourceful and industrious community that inhabited the area. This early civilization constructed an irrigation... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
While many of our American counterparts are shoveling snow and battling the flu, Phoenicians are attending outdoor concerts, strolling around neighborhood art and wine festivals, and barbecuing poolside. It is for these reasons that the winte... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
As late as the 1980s, the Valley of the Sun was considered more a culinary wasteland than a capital of cuisine. Outside of a few upscale resort eateries, dining options for desert dwellers were mainly of the steak and potatoes variety. In 198... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
As one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, Phoenix offers a constantly changing mix of entertainment for its swelling population. Whether your tastes run to gourmet dining, championship golfing or rocketing in circles on a double loo... Continue reading »
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Tours
From architectural wonders like St. Mary's Basilica to cultural treasures like those found at the Phoenix Art Museum, this city has a wealth to offer every visitor. Heritage Square Downtown at Historic Heritage Square visitors can see the... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There Air Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) +1 602 273 3300 http://www.phxskyharbor.com PHX is located three miles from downtown and services the following airlines: Aero Mexico (+ 1 800 237 6639 / http://w... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Phoenix State: Arizona Country: United States of America Phoenix by the Numbers: Population: 1.3 million; 2.8 million metropolitan area Land Area: 375 square miles Elevation: 1,100 feet Average Annual Rainfall: 8 inches Average January Tem... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Forget the stately cacti and cowboys riding off into the sunset; think Los Angeles without the Pacific. While the nation has carefully nurtured its image of Phoenix as a desert cow town, this city in the Sonoran Desert has rocketed into the 2... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
<!--from attractions--> Hiking Up Camelback Mountain or Piestewa Peak. Hiking the trails up these two mountains is a favorite activity among the city's more active residents. Both trails are steep climbs, but the views from up top are s... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Visitor Information You'll find tourist information desks in all three terminals at Sky Harbor Airport. The city's main visitor center is the Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau, 50 N. Second St. (tel. 877/225-5749 or 602/452-6282... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- There's an American Express office in Biltmore Fashion Park, 2508 E. Camelback Rd. (tel. 602/468-1199), open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm. Babysitters -- If you need a babysitter, check with the concierge or... Continue reading »
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