Chandler is a major suburb of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. The city’s population is over 240,000 residents, and Chandler has a large number of modest tract homes. The city was named after Dr. Alexander John Chandler who was the first veterinary surgeon in Arizona. Find more facts on our Arizona yellowpages. In 1941 the Williams Air Force Base was founded, and this added a boost to Chandler’s population. Visit some of Chandler’s greatest attractions such as Chandler Aquatics with outstanding pools and aquatic centers or the Chandler Center for the Arts for ballet performances and other artistic activities. There is also an exhibition hall for visual arts. Another interesting fact is that Chandler houses the Arizona Railway Museum and the Firebird International Raceway. Find great shopping at Chandler Fashion Square Mall. Enjoy a historical experience with a walking tour of Historic Downtown Chandler. Check out our business directory for information on Chandler and other Arizona cities.