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Mesa, Arizona
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Mesa, Arizona is the third largest city in Arizona and is
found in the southwestern corner of the state in the
Valley of the Sun, in Maricopa County. The city population is a
little more than 447,000 people and it is only minutes away from
Phoenix, Arizona.
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The climate in Mesa is warm and hot during the
days with cool nights throughout the year. Mesa also
experiences low humidity, which combined with the average
temperature of 86 gives the city a perfect balance of weather
for outdoor or indoor activities. The city experiences
more than 320 days of sunshine each year.
The city was founded in 1878 by Mormons and the Mormon faith
still has a presence in the city. Mesa has many
historic buildings and sites that are of great pride to its
residents and of great interest to visitors. There
are also many opportunities for outdoor adventures, including,
biking, horseback riding and tubing in the Salt
River. Mesa is also home for the Chicago Cubs during
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With its perfect sunshine and great weather,
Mesa is a great place for retirees. There is so much
to do and see, all while experiencing the culture and arts of
the southwest.
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