Arizona Tourism offers the opportunity to see one of the greatest assets in the Natural World and one of the Seven Wonders of the World with the Grand Canyon. This vast expanse of natural beauty has 277 miles of canyon floor to see. The trip to the Canyon has an abundance of interesting things to see so plan to make the trip more than just a one day outing.
You may begin your trip in Flagstaff where the beauty of the mountains surrounds you. There is shopping, dining or live music to enjoy in downtown Flagstaff's downtown area. Maybe you will be there for the Oldest Hopi Art Show in the World which will showcase the art, music and culture of the Hopi Indians. Or maybe you will want to visit the Meteor Crater Center which displays the never-ending process of impacts and collisions in our solar system by the Meteors. Take time to visit the Painted Forest where nature has created the beauty of petrified wood in stunning colors, a true work of Mother Nature's handiwork.
Head out on Hwy 90 toward Hwy 64 as you head for the Canyon. You will arrive at the East entrance which is far less crowded than the others. You will enjoy the experience more not having to wait so long to find a parking spot of to get in. Once you arrive, before you park, take the Desert View Drive route to see the Canyon. This is the longest stretch of road open to the public along the South Rim. In the evening sit back and enjoy the stunning sun setting over the Canyon. Unbelievable.
When you leave the Canyon area you may want to go to visit the John Wesley Powell Memorial Museum. Here you will learn the history of this explorer's voyages along the Colorado River. This was done in a boat like the replica long boat on display at the museum in the years 1869 - 1871. There are also Native American and pioneer artifacts for you to see too.
Now you may want to take a ride on a boat at Lake Powell. You can find different offers in Page. This community overlooks the dramatic views of the great Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam. Page also is right next to the Navajo Nation where you may want to spend another day, visiting the area and learning about the Navajo history. That is for tomorrow for today enjoy your boat ride on the 180 mile long Lake Powell with its over 90 canyon to explore and beautiful scenery of the shoreline.
While you are on the water visit Rainbow Bridge National Monument which is the largest sacred natural bridge in the world. This bridge spans 275 feet across the river and stands 290 ft high! You can get there on the cruise and dock so you can actually walk on the bridge.
Canyon de Chelly National Monument offers stunning vista views. Take a jeep tour of the canyon where you can see sheer cliffs and hundreds of Anasazi ruins. The Anaszi Indians are the ancestors of the modern Pueblo Indians. They settled in this area between about AD 1 and AD 1300. They were known for their fine basket making, pottery, cloth ornaments and tools. The homes they left behind have revealed a wide array of artifacts for your learning pleasure.
Arizona vacations are something for you to truly enjoy. There are so many things to see and so much to do. You can enjoy the culture, the western life, the beauty of the mountains and the charm of the desert. Come often and stay a long time!
You may begin your trip in Flagstaff where the beauty of the mountains surrounds you. There is shopping, dining or live music to enjoy in downtown Flagstaff's downtown area. Maybe you will be there for the Oldest Hopi Art Show in the World which will showcase the art, music and culture of the Hopi Indians. Or maybe you will want to visit the Meteor Crater Center which displays the never-ending process of impacts and collisions in our solar system by the Meteors. Take time to visit the Painted Forest where nature has created the beauty of petrified wood in stunning colors, a true work of Mother Nature's handiwork.
Head out on Hwy 90 toward Hwy 64 as you head for the Canyon. You will arrive at the East entrance which is far less crowded than the others. You will enjoy the experience more not having to wait so long to find a parking spot of to get in. Once you arrive, before you park, take the Desert View Drive route to see the Canyon. This is the longest stretch of road open to the public along the South Rim. In the evening sit back and enjoy the stunning sun setting over the Canyon. Unbelievable.
When you leave the Canyon area you may want to go to visit the John Wesley Powell Memorial Museum. Here you will learn the history of this explorer's voyages along the Colorado River. This was done in a boat like the replica long boat on display at the museum in the years 1869 - 1871. There are also Native American and pioneer artifacts for you to see too.
Now you may want to take a ride on a boat at Lake Powell. You can find different offers in Page. This community overlooks the dramatic views of the great Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam. Page also is right next to the Navajo Nation where you may want to spend another day, visiting the area and learning about the Navajo history. That is for tomorrow for today enjoy your boat ride on the 180 mile long Lake Powell with its over 90 canyon to explore and beautiful scenery of the shoreline.
While you are on the water visit Rainbow Bridge National Monument which is the largest sacred natural bridge in the world. This bridge spans 275 feet across the river and stands 290 ft high! You can get there on the cruise and dock so you can actually walk on the bridge.
Canyon de Chelly National Monument offers stunning vista views. Take a jeep tour of the canyon where you can see sheer cliffs and hundreds of Anasazi ruins. The Anaszi Indians are the ancestors of the modern Pueblo Indians. They settled in this area between about AD 1 and AD 1300. They were known for their fine basket making, pottery, cloth ornaments and tools. The homes they left behind have revealed a wide array of artifacts for your learning pleasure.
Arizona vacations are something for you to truly enjoy. There are so many things to see and so much to do. You can enjoy the culture, the western life, the beauty of the mountains and the charm of the desert. Come often and stay a long time!
About the Author:
When you are thinking about one of the Seven Wonders of the World, think about the Grand Canyon. Penelope SanMateo is a travel writer and writes about Arizona attractions. When you visit the Grand Canyon, also take a look at the North Central Arizona tourism region.
