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Scottsdale City Information
As one of the most acclaimed tourist areas in the state of Arizona, Downtown Scottsdale provides an eclectic mix of southwestern and contemporary art galleries, specialty retail, upscale dining, active nightlife and museum elements for residents and visitors alike.
Scottsdale, named after Major Winfield Scott, was founded on February 26, 1910. The city since then has preserved its Western roots while becoming one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona. Visitors come from around the world for a glimpse of Western memorabilia combined with elegant dining, hotels and shopping. The city is now divided into three distinct parts.
Old Town Scottsdale Old Town includes the older Scottsdale area that extends from Thomas to Camelback on Scottsdale Road. Western stores like Saba's Western Wear, have become staples here, along with upscale restaurants and Fifth Avenue's art district, which boasts artists from around the world who come to display their art in some of the most popular galleries in the West.
Old Town is also the home of the annual Parada del Sol Parade, which features some of the most beautiful livestock in the West, Scottsdale civic group floats and food and fun for the whole family. This parade has become a popular yearly event and takes in February. This area is also the home of another time-honored tradition, spring training. The Scottsdale Stadium holds thousands of fans each year, as they watch their "snowy" friends hit the ball around one of the oldest baseball stadiums in Arizona. Other attractions in Old Town include the Scottsdale Civic Center, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Library and the annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival.
Old Town is flanked on the north end by the West's premier fashion shopping mall, Scottsdale Fashion Square, at the corner of Scottsdale and Camelback Roads. This mall offers wonderful shopping experiences, with more than 15 restaurants and anchor stores including Robinson's-May, Dillards, Nordstrom's and Neiman Marcus. More than 500 specialty stores are also a part of this desert shopping oasis.
Traveling north from downtown, Scottsdale's richest shopping and restaurants continue for miles from Camelback Road all the way to Lincoln Drive. The Borgata of Scottsdale and the Hilton Village are two specialty malls that offer one-of-a-kind stores in a rich, relaxing environment. Both malls are out of doors and feature opportunities for window shopping and comfortable strolls with high visual appeal. The Borgata is the home to apparel art galleries, fine gifts, home furnishings, jewelry stores and superb restaurants. The Hilton Village also offers unique shops and excellent dining experiences in a more casual environment. Both locations are of "must see" quality.
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