| Arizona's capital, and one of the largest cities in the southwest, Phoenix is a rapidly growing as a modern city which maintains a distinctive old world southwestern cultural charm. With luxurious resorts and spas, upscale boutiques and shopping plazas, world-class restaurants and renown golf courses, Phoenix has become a popular winter getaway. Visitors enjoy the city museums for a glimpse of the Native American culture and enjoy spending time in the Desert Botanical Gardens and many of the city's other popular attractions. The South Mountain Park is an ideal place for active travelers, offering endless options for camping, horseback riding, and breathtaking mountain views. Families traveling to Phoenix enjoy the child-focused area of the Phoenix Zoo as well as the train ride in McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Visitors and locals alike enjoy the may cafes, restaurants and bistros of Phoenix, as well, including the popular Mexican fare at Los Dos Molinos and the rotating city views from the Compass restaurant. Phoenix also offers a vibrant nightlife, with many bars, lounges and clubs throughout the city, and especially concentrated in downtown's Copper Square.
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