| Nestled in Arizona's Valley of the Sun, Phoenix is a | | | | of Phoenix's glorious, turn of the century, Victorian |
| vibrant Mecca and safe haven for many cultures, | | | | past. |
| artists and history buffs. Although legendary for its | | | | Bordering the cities of Tempe and Scottsdale, and |
| fabulous weather, surrounding mountain ranges, golf | | | | displaying another stunning side of Arizona's beauty, is |
| courses and spas, the city of Phoenix also offers a | | | | the location of the Desert Botanical Garden. This |
| diversity of other exciting attractions, suitable for all | | | | exhibit of the world's largest outdoor desert plant |
| ages and ethnic backgrounds. | | | | collection is especially spectacular in the spring when |
| Listed among the best in the country, the Phoenix | | | | the many varieties of local wildflowers are blooming. |
| Art Museum and the Heard Museum are famous for | | | | Other attractions worthy of a day trip are the |
| their elaborate Native American culture and art | | | | Phoenix Zoo, the leading nonprofit zoo in the country, |
| displays. If you are vacationing with children, the | | | | the Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park, |
| hundreds of appealing and exciting exhibits at to the | | | | where visitors can walk on trails through the ruins of |
| Arizona Science Center can entertain both young and | | | | an ancient Hohokam village. |
| old. Time permitting; add a quick stop to the | | | | Barely scratching the surface of what Phoenix and its |
| downtown historical Heritage Square area where | | | | surrounding cities have to offer, it should become |
| attractive red brick buildings, rich museums, specialty | | | | quite clear that anyone looking for a colorful vacation |
| shops and popular restaurants encompass remnants | | | | will find exactly what they are looking for. |