Phoenix is rapidly expanding upon its periphery. In 1997 the city's area was 1087.3 sq km (419.8 sq mi). The growth of Phoenix has radiated from the now highly developed original downtown. Several minutes north of downtown is a second site of tall buildings and commercial establishments, as well as Encanto Park. To the north and east lie affluent residential areas, along with high-technology and other light industries. Papago Park, containing the Desert Botanical Garden and the Phoenix Zoo, is in the east. The west side is generally a lower-income residential area with some light industry. The smaller south side includes predominantly Hispanic and black neighborhoods, as well as older industries and distribution warehouses. South Mountain Park, one of the largest city parks in the nation, covers about 6900 hectares (about 17,000 acres) on the city's south side.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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