The beauty of Phoenix lies in its location. That proverbial oasis in the middle of the desert.
A century-and-a-half ago, settlers put down roots in an arid area today known as “The Valley of the Sun.” In that time, Phoenix has grown from a small farming community to a major metropolitan city.
Located in the Sonoran Desert, Phoenix is the county seat of Maricopa County and the largest capital city in the United States. It is the only state capital with more than a million residents (the area, coupled with its many suburbs, is home to more than 4 million residents).
So, yes, it’s hot. But Phoenix is so much more than tumbleweeds and cacti. The desert is alive; it’s filled with culture, a one-of-a-kind experience and great food and wine. Phoenix truly has it all.
