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Taliesin West |
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(Attractions & Activities - Best Attractions & Activities)
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12621 Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale 85259 • 480-860-2700 |
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Distance:
~5.09 mi from The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess |
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Description:
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NORTH SCOTTSDALE. A masterpiece of architecture based on indigenous materials and organic forms, this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed complex rests on 600 acres of Sonoran desert at the base of the McDowell Mountains. Wright's crew constructed the site and buildings (conceived as a winter home for his architectural students and for himself) from local stone and desert sand. Now designated a National Historic Landmark, the working campus is open daily for tours; the best months to attend are October to May. "Taliesin," a nod to Wright's Welsh heritage, means "shining brow" and refers to his belief that homes should be built not on the peak of a hill but just below, so they appear to have arisen naturally from the landscape rather than crown it. Reservations requested for in-depth tours. |
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Hours:
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| Sat-Wed 8:30am-6pm; Thu-Fri 8:30am-10pm |
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Admission:
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Adult $18 - $35; Senior $16 - $33; Student $16 - $33; Child (4-12) $12 - $10; Child (0-3) Free |
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Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express |
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Reader Reviews |
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Rating Summary: |
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| Atmosphere: | 10 | / 10 | | Experience: | 10 | / 10 | | Satisfaction: | 9 | / 10 | | Value: | 7 | / 10 | |
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| #1 |
Posted on 4/22/2006
by Josh
of Peoria, IL | | | Atmosphere: | 10 | / 10 | | Experience: | 10 | / 10 | | Satisfaction: | 10 | / 10 | | Value: | 6 | / 10 |
| | Taliesin West is an amazing "working-museum" for any Frank Lloyd Wright enthusiast. | |
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| #2 |
Posted on 4/4/2001
by John
of Greenville, SC | | | Atmosphere: | 10 | / 10 | | Experience: | 10 | / 10 | | Satisfaction: | 8 | / 10 | | Value: | 8 | / 10 |
| | Touring the residence of an architectural genius was invigorating. The guides provide interesting facts and help make the experience enjoyable. It is maddening not being able to venture off and see more. The environment is so incredible you just want to curl up and visit with Mr. Wright. This is a great way to pretend you live in such a wonderful place. |
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