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During your Phoenix vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum
The world's largest firefighting museum houses a fascinating collection of vintage firetrucks. The displays date from a 1725 English hand pumper to several classic engines from the 20th century. All are beautifully restored and, of course, fire-engine red (mostly). In all, there are more than 90 vehicles on display.
Shemer Art Center
This art center may be small, but it mounts some of the more interesting little shows in the valley. Exhibits change monthly and showcase Arizona artists. You might catch an exhibit of ceramic art, jewelry, or photography. The art center, which is housed in a 1920s Santa Fe mission-style home in the Arcadia neighborhood, also offers a variety of art classes. It's easy to miss as you're speeding along Camelback Road, so keep your eyes peeled. On Monday evenings, there are sometimes classical music concerts.
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
Located outside the town of Coolidge not far from Florence, this national monument preserves one of the most unusual Indian ruins in the state. In Spanish, Casa Grande means "Big House," and that's exactly what you'll find. In this instance, the big house is the ruin of an earth-walled structure built 650 years ago by the Hohokam people. It is speculated that the building was once some sort of astronomical observatory, but this is not known for certain. Whatever the original purpose of the building, today it provides a glimpse of a style of ancient architecture rarely seen. Instead of using adobe bricks or stones, the people who built this structure used layers of hard-packed soil, which have survived the ravages of the weather and still stand in silent testament to the Hohokam's long-ago architectural endeavors. The Hohokam began farming the valleys of the Gila and Salt rivers about 1,500 years ago, and eventually built an extensive network of irrigation canals for watering their fields. By the middle of the 15th century, the Hohokam had abandoned both their canals and their villages and disappeared without a trace.
La Quinta Inn Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport North
Only a short distance from Sky Harbor International, experience the charm of Southwest living at its best at the La Quinta Inn-Sky Harbor Airport North. Our central location provides easy access to all Valley of the Sun attractions, like the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens. Take a tour among giant saguaro cactus with Arrowhead Desert Jeep Tours. Try your luck at Fort McDowell and other area Casinos. Head downtown to the Arizona State Capitol or to ...
Clarion Hotel Phoenix Tech Center
Newly renovated in December 2004. FREE high speed Internet, hot breakfast, nightly Managers Reception, courtyard pool and hot tub, fitness center, and business center - all free to our guests. Nearby attractions and businesses include: Arizona Mills Mall, Motorola, General Electric, Honeywell, and ...
Days Inn Phoenix Airport
Lovely resort style hotel located 1.5 miles from Sky Harbor International Airport. Recently renovated rooms, many overlooking the pool and courtyard. Full service workout facilities and 24-hour hotel airport ...
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