Living in Arizona
Scottsdale, Ariz., located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert, is one of several cities that make up the greater Phoenix area. Also known as the Valley of the Sun, this metropolitan area has more than 3 million residents.
Scottsdale's 200,000 residents enjoy a vibrant mix of cultural and recreational opportunities. The city has a nationally recognized park system, championship golf courses, tennis courts, and miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Several lakes just east of the city are popular places for weekend fishing and boating. There are 25 public and private schools and a community college within the city limits, and Arizona State University is nearby.
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