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While
you're enjoying yourself in southern Utah, we thought you'd like to know
a little more about this area. Zion Factory Stores and the Promenade at
Red Cliff are located in St. George, Utah (Saint George), which is known
as the place where the Summer Sun spends the winter.
The name St. George has historical
significance and comes from one of the early settlers and leaders of
the region. The city of St. George is a great place to base as you experience
the many things there are to do and see in this region including; Zion
National Park, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon North Rim, and Lake Powell.
Over
the past 30 years St. George (Utah's Palm Springs) has become a year-round
playground and getaway. In St. George (Saint George) you'll find activities
like golf, tennis, mountain biking, hiking, and a myriad of activities
including, of course, shopping and dining. St. George boasts some of
the finest golf courses in the state of Utah, with two new championship
courses added to the list in the past year alone.
Scenic
attraction abound in this region and Snow Canyon State Park is just
minutes from town. Snow Canyon is a composite of sandstone and volcanic
lava and a must see for any visitor to the area. Zion National Park,
one of America's crown jewel parks, is 45 minutes from St. George.
St.
George's Sand Hollow Aquatic Center is one of the finest Aquatic Centers
in America, while the new Canyons softball complex is also one of the
best in the Western United States. Teams from around the globe come
here to compete. Recently St. George has spent 18+ million dollars on
walking and biking paths, which follow scenic courses along the Virgin
River, through communities and along roadways toward Snow Canyon State
Park. St. George is home to the Huntsman World Senior Games and to the
St. George Marathon, which is well known as one of the best places to
run a fast qualifying time for larger marathons around the world.
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