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Salt River Valley

valley, Arizona, United States

Also known as: Valley of the Sun

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Phoenix

In Phoenix
The Salt River valley, popularly called the Valley of the Sun, includes not only Phoenix but also nearby cities such as Mesa, Scottsdale, and Tempe. Phoenix plays a prominent role in the economy of the Mountain West region of the country, serving as a financial, communications,…
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