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Northern Arizona University - Local Atmosphere - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.85

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Points of Interest
  • Arizona Snowbowl
  • The Grand Canyon
  • Grand Falls
  • Historic Downtown Flagstaff
  • Historic Route 66
  • Lava Tubes
  • Lowell Observatory
  • Meteor Crater
  • Monte Vista Hotel
  • Montezuma’s Castle
  • Monument Valley
  • Museum of Northern Arizona
  • Oak Creek Canyon
  • Red Rock State Park
  • Riordan Mansion
  • Sedona
  • Sunset Crater
  • Williams, AZ
  • Wupatki National Monument

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Due to its place alongside the historic Route 66, downtown Flagstaff is filled with all sorts of history and charm. Surrounded by miles and miles of nature in every direction, the city is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The world famous Grand Canyon is in the neighborhood, and Phoenix, the state’s capital and one of the largest cities in the country, is a short drive down the freeway. Flagstaff has been able to really balance the additions of modern day while still retaining the old-school look and feel of its Route 66 past. Plus, there’s a ton of hippies. Awesome. Downtown has plenty of quirky, hole-in-the-wall shops and stores that really add to the town’s flavor. Incense, beads, international furniture—some of the items you’ll find may surprise you. Flag is very laid-back and a very easy community to become comfortable living in. If you’re a fan of outdoor sports, you are in luck: Snowbowl has a lot of great runs for both snowboarders and skiers. Also, give yourself the opportunity to drive around and see some of the great geologic beauties in the surrounding area. There are tons of fantastic picnic spots and plenty of picture opportunities, so you can send Mom and Dad proof that their money isn’t going to waste. Because college students pretty much dominate the population, summertime is really when to explore and see what the area has to offer while everyone is away.

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Local Atmosphere at Northern Arizona University

rad263

'15

Chemistry

4.6
A

Tons of Fun Activities

Flagstaff is a very people oriented town. There is always something going on downtown and even on campus. There are art walks on main street and numerous locally owned stores to shop aside from the huge mall.

Jan 30, 2012

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Local Atmosphere at Northern Arizona University

Ericash

'12

Elementary Education

4.2
A-

Surroundings

It is a safe college town. There is not a lot in Flagstaff besides the university. It is amazing

Dec 28, 2011

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Local Atmosphere at Northern Arizona University

tracem220

'12

Early Childhood Education

5.0
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Shopping

Downtown Flagstaff is known for it's boutiques and privately owned shops open to everyone. One of my favorite things about all of the shops in Flagstaff is the atmosphere that you feel as you walk down the street, and walk into any shop. All of the people that I have encountered have been so pleasant, and helpful to what you need. There is more of a sense of community as you visit this place, rather than people trying to sell you things. I love to visit any of the shops available in downtown, and I know that my money and time will be well spent.

Dec 28, 2011

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Facts

Shopping Centers
  • Downtown Flagstaff
  • Flagstaff Mall
Major Sports Teams
  • Arizona Cardinals: football
  • Arizona Diamondbacks: baseball
  • Phoenix Coyotes: hockey
  • Phoenix Suns: basketball
City Web Sites
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Las Vegas: NV: 4 hours
  • Phoenix: AZ: 2 hours
Did You Know?

Five Fun Facts about Flagstaff:
• In its May 2007 issue, Kiplinger's Personal Finance singled out Flagstaff as one of the “great college towns.”
• Men’s Journal ranked Flagstaff second on its list of the top 50 places to live.
• The world-famous Lowell Observatory, located atop Mars Hill, is credited with first discovering the former planet Pluto.
• In 1996, Flagstaff was named the world’s first international “Dark Sky City.” Because of its altitude and influence in the astronomy community, Flagstaff limits light pollution so that the stars are always visible.
• In its September/October 2005 issue, Organic Style magazine named Flagstaff the eighth healthiest city in the nation.

Famous People from Flagstaff:
Ted Danson, Bruce Babbitt, Michelle Branch (Sedona)

Local Slang:
66 – The historic Route 66 that runs straight through town and “down the hill,” which is how Flagstaffers refer to the I-17 drive to Phoenix
The Flag – Endearing term for Flagstaff
Monty V – The historic Monte Vista Hotel
Phoenicians – Locals from Phoenix
South of the Tracks – The notoriously shady neighborhood of Flag
The Valley – Term for the Phoenix area and the surrounding suburbs

 

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Harkins Theatres
1959 S. Woodlands Village Blvd.
Flagstaff
(928) 774-4700

Movies at the Mall
4650 N. Highway 89, #F-2
Flagstaff
(928) 526-3771

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