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Where the Water Cuts through the Rock
Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Arizona
Canyon de Chelly is one of the Southwest's
best-kept secrets. The Navajo Indians have lived here for many
generations, weaving blankets, growing corn and herding sheep.
The canyon walls hold many stories of the Ancient Ones-the
people that lived in the canyon for hundreds of years. They left
an abundant amount of rock art, and ruins which are located in
sandstone alcoves high above the canyon floor. The
spectacular landscape of Canyon de Chelly explains why so many people
have been drawn, and are still drawn, to this special place. Each
spire, each stately, carved, jutting rock in the canyon has a name,
a story and significance. A Navajo guide will share legends that
have been passed down for generations and are intimately related
to the culture. |
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Dramatic views of red rock spires
unfold with the stories of Spider woman, the revered creator and
inspiration for the intricate weaving designs of the Navajo. We
will descend in the canyon for six days and our daily hikes takes
us to places such as Spider Rock and to the famous White House
Ruin. Our six days of hiking in the canyon offer you an intimate
look at the beauty, the people, and the history of Canyon de Chelly. Evening
programs will please you with traditional song, fire ceremonies,
campfire discussions and Navajo creation stories. |
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