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Best Place To Get Married

Arizona Inn
2200 E. Elm St.

READERS' PICK: It would seem a good omen to make your vows in such an auspicious setting as the permanence and elegance of the Arizona Inn. With something like 360 days of sunshine a year, chances are good you and yours can walk down the aisle surrounded by blue skies and the carefully tended flower beds of the Inn's 14 blooming acres. In inclement weather, couples may opt to pledge their troth by the fireplace in the library. Whether it's a poolside reception you seek or a relaxing game of croquet, the creative and accommodating staff will help you to realize a day you'll treasure for the rest of your life.

READERS' POLL RUNNER-UP: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 N. Alvernon Way

STAFF PICK: Far be it from us to insinuate that those of you considering marriage inhabit some sort of fantasy world; but if the shoe fits, you could do worse than take your vows in the enchanting Valley of the Moon, 2544 E. Allen Road. The fantasy park's winding stone paths, secret rooms and hidden grottos have long been a treat for children of all ages. The gentle slope of the wide front lawn can accommodate traditional seating styles and more mystical rituals with equal ease. Valley of the Moon offers a comparitively low-cost site that's high on imaginitive appeal. Best of all, your hard-earned cash aids in the upkeep and maintenance of this non-profit, state historical landmark.