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Phoenix
Located in the Salt River Valley,
which is sometimes known as the "Valley of the Sun",
in central part of the state,
Phoenix is the state capital and largest city of
Arizona.
As of the 2005, the estimated population of the city itself
was 1,461,575, with an estimated 3,715,360 living within
the Phoenix Metropolitan area.
The city has at an average elevation of 1,117 feet (340 meters),
and is located in the northern reaches of the Sonoran Desert.
The Salt River runs westward through Phoenix,
but because of the desert climate and dams up river,
the Salt River is normally dry - water only being present
when water is released from dams that lie up river.
Attractions in the Phoenix area include:
Phoenix Facts
Here is some more information about Phoenix:
- Probably the most famous educational institution in Phoenix is the University of Phoenix, which is a for-profit educational institution that specializes in adult education.
- Professional sports franchises in Phoenix include the baseball team, the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the basketball team, the Phoenix Suns.
- The main airport for Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
- Phoenix is nicknamed "Arizona's Urban Heart", while the Phoenix metropolitan area is nicknamed "Valley of the Sun".
Weather in Phoenix
Here is the seven day weather forecast for Phoenix:
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By Fodor's Travel Guides
Fodors Travel Pubns
Released: 2015-11-10
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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.
Travelers continue to flock to Arizona year-round to explore the outdoors and relax at world-class spa resorts. In full-color throughout, Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon helps travelers take advantage of the state's myriad pleasures, including outstanding museums and galleries, Navajo and Hopi cultural experiences, top-notch golf, three national parks, and excellent Mexican food and tequila.
This travel guide includes:
· Dozens of full-color maps plus a handy pullout map with essential information
· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks
· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path
· In-depth breakout features on how to experience some of Arizona's top outdoor activities: star-gazing; exploring canyons, deserts, mountains, flora, and fauna; and the ultimate Grand Canyon adventure, rafting the Colorado River
· Major sights such as The Grand Canyon, The Petrified Forest and the Painted Desert, Sedona, Scottsdale, The Heard Museum, Monument Valley, and Desert Botanical Garden
· Coverage of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe; Grand Canyon National Park; Flagstaff; North-Central Arizona; Northeast Arizona; Eastern Arizona; Tucson; Southern Arizona; Northwest Arizona and Southeast Nevada |
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By Charles Liu
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With more than 4 million people, the Phoenix metropolitan area is one of the country's largest. Surprisingly, it's also one of the most diverse and dramatic for hikers, with scenic destinations ranging from area parks, greenbelts, and preserves to high and low deserts and breathtaking mountains. This easy-to-use guide features the best scenic day hikes, determined by author Charles Liu using state-of-the-art GPS technology. These hikes are geared to every skill level, whether it's a comfortable stroll for the family or a tricky trek for the more fearless hiker. Stretching from Hidden Valley to the south to the Superstition Wilderness to the north, the book contains clear trail maps and profiles complemented by detailed descriptions and useful at-a-glance information. All roughly within an hour's drive of the Valley of the Sun, the trails highlighted in this updated edition begin right inside the city limits with popular Camelback Mountain. |
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By Pam Hait
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Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive of these popular Arizona cities. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff. helps makes the most of a brief getaway. |
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By Lilia Menconi
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Released: 2017-05-09
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Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides!
Wander world-class museums, relax in Scottsdale's resorts, and hike through red rocks in the Valley of the Sun with Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona. Inside you'll find:
- Strategic itineraries, including a luxurious desert getaway, a family road trip, and a 10-day "Best of the Valley of the Sun"
- Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout
- Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Explore the local art scene, from Native American exhibits to contemporary galleries. Taste the best Sonoran-style cuisine this side of the Mexican border. Luxuriate in five-star resorts, world-class spas, and gourmet restaurants. Go stargazing in Sedona, or clubbing in Scottsdale. Browse new-agey shops or high-end boutiques, hike water-carved canyons and climb mountains, or go golfing at one of nearly 200 courses. Discover the rich culture of the Native American people who first settled the Valley, and venture to the leafy respite of Oak Creek Canyon to witness the red-rock monoliths
- Honest advice from Phoenix local Lilia Menconi on when to go and where to stay, with special focus on the best resorts in the area
- In-depth coverage of all three cities, including the Apache Trail and Superstition Mountains
- Recommendations for visitors with disabilities and for traveling with kids
- Thorough background on the culture, environment, wildlife, and history
With Moon's local insight, diverse activities, and expert tips on experiencing the best of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Sedona, you can plan your trip your way!
Expanding your trip? Try Moon Arizona. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.
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By Pam Hait
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Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive of these popular Arizona cities. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips from Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff. helps makes the most of a brief getaway. |
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By Robert A. Theobald
Robert Theobald
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Click Here | - Phoenix Travel Guide 2017 Shops Restaurants Arts Entertainment and Nightlife
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The places found in this book are the most positively reviewed and recommended by locals and travelers. 2,000 places listed and organized in four groups. "TOP 500 SHOPS" 80 Store Categories. "TOP 500 RESTAURANTS" 78 Cuisine Types. "TOP 500 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT" Landmarks, Historical Buildings, Museums, Art Galleries, Parks, Stadiums, Cinemas, Performing Arts, Music Venues. "TOP 500 NIGHTLIFE SPOTS" Lounges, Bars, Pubs, Gay Bars, Latin Bars, Sports Bars, Hookah Bars, Lounges, Karaoke, Comedy Clubs, Jazz & Blues, Nightclubs, Adult Entertainment and many more options to visit, relax and enjoy your stay. |
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By Fodor's
Fodor's
Released: 2014-11-25
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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.
Travelers continue to flock to Arizona year-round to explore the outdoors and relax at world-class spa resorts. In full-color throughout, Fodor's Arizona and the Grand Canyon 2015 helps travelers take advantage of the state's myriad pleasures, from outstanding museums and galleries, Navajo and Hopi cultural experiences, top-notch golf, three national parks, and excellent Mexican food and tequila.
This travel guide includes:
· Dozens of full-color maps plus a handy pullout map with essential information
· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks
· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path
· In-depth breakout features on stargazing, outdoor adventures, and The Colorado River
· Coverage of Phoenix,Scottsdale, and Tempe; Grand Canyon National Park; North-Central Arizona; Northeast Arizona; Eastern Arizona; Tucson; Southern Arizona; Northwest Arizona and Southeast Arizona |
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By Pam Hait
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This Daytrips guide takes you to hundreds of attractions all within a two hour drive of the city. this guide includes information on museums, theme parks, dining, lodging, and shopping. |
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By A. Fox
A. Fox
Released: 2016-06-15
Kindle Edition (45 pages)
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Here is the essential guide to Phoenix in the summer, written by a local!
HOT FUN! LOCALS TRAVEL GUIDE TO SUMMER 2016 IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA: MUST SEE HIDDEN TOURS, ARTS & CULTURE, COOL EATS AND HOT HIKES is your personal tour guide to must see, must taste and must do in Phoenix, Arizona. This guide is written specifically for summer travel, which is typically off-season for the locals, but prime time for those who know the inside secrets on where to go.
Sneak Peek inside the book:
•Over 50 fun places to visit
•Best parks
•Top museums
•Creative artsy things to do
•Best places to eat
•Best water activities
•Best shopping
•Best indoor and outdoor fun
•Lots more!
Don’t limit yourself to the spots the ordinary guide books direct you to. Instead go to the unique places the locals go. Phoenix is a big city, but this guide will show you how to have small town fun!
Written by a local Phoenix resident, these are hand-picked spots that you should be sure to visit. Whether you like museums, parks, outdoor activities and sports or quiet times, there is something in this guide for you.
Download this locals travel guide to Phoenix now and you will have plenty to do on your next trip to Phoenix, and won’t waste any time finding fun things to see and do. Plus all the listings have been chosen to be inexpensive, so you will save money throughout your trip.
This locals travel guide includes addresses for all of the listings as well as website links so you can double check hours and prices before you go!
BONUS: Summer safety tips and recommendations as well as style hacks and how to dress in Phoenix.
Make your trip fun and simple by getting HOT FUN! LOCALS TRAVEL GUIDE TO SUMMER 2016 IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA: MUST SEE HIDDEN TOURS, ARTS & CULTURE, COOL EATS AND HOT HIKES. You’ll be glad you did!
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By Lonely Planet & Carolyn McCarthy
Lonely Planet
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Southwest USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sup on a green chile sauce, explore the geological treasure of the Grand Canyon, visit the Old West towns that lured gold and copper prospectors, or enjoy the flashy pleasures of Las Vegas; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Southwest USA and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Southwest USA Travel Guide: - Color maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - landscapes, art, history, customs/etiquette, shopping, wildlife, hiking, cuisine, wine, shopping, outdoor adventure
- Over 65 color maps
- Covers Las Vegas & Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Southwest Colorado, Sante Fe, Park City, Utah and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Southwest USA, our most comprehensive guide to Southwest USA, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. - Looking for a guide focused on Las Vegas? Check out Lonely Planet's Discover Las Vegas, a photo-rich guide to Las Vegas' most popular attractions, or Pocket Las Vegas, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
- Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Western USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Amy C Balfour, Carolyn McCarthy and Greg Ward. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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