This well-rounded city northeast of Phoenix merges local character with cosmopolitan flair. Named after Chaplain Winfield Scott, its first resident, Scottsdale proudly promotes western spirit in architecture and themed merchandise. Old Scottsdale, in particular, makes the most of regional appeal, offering shops, restaurants, and crafts stores that reflect local culture. An impressive Center for the Arts showcases the city`s dedication to performance and visual arts, as do an abundance of upscale galleries. Scottsdale also cherishes its heritage and its environment and works hard to preserve their integrity. Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright`s training complex, communicates the same principles to its architecture students.