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The Majestic Grand Canyon

by fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa on 07/10/09 at 12:13 pm

Located in Arizona is a vast space full of history and beauty.

Located right here in North America, west of the Mississippi River; is one of the most amazing sites for the eye to behold. As you look deep into the Canyon there lies years of history, which information ranging back as far as fifteen million years. From the highest peak of 9,000 feet above sea level, you are able to see the many slops and gorges which lay within this deep crevice made by the Colorado River.

The Colorado River deep down at the bottom of the canyon rolls along over its and through the base of the 217 crevice which can be as small as 4 miles wide, while it widest is 18 miles. Getting down there is an awesome adventure whether you choose Winter, Summer, Spring or the Autumn season, during the winter a the base of the canyon you can stand on the ice at the most north rim. The summer time is really a very hot time to go hiking into the Grand Canyon since it is very hot; Arizona is one of the hottest States during the summer months. Probably the Autumn or Spring time would be best, but it is wise to bring along a guide, there are stories of people who have gotten lost in the Canyon, some found a live, some not so lucky, while others are still wonder through the vastness of the Canyon.

Image via Wikipedia

During the mid winter as your stand at the northern rim, you get to look into the Canyon and see not only the layers of stone that has been weathered to reveal stories of their own, but to look deep down at subtropical vegetation, which seems to find it way through the rocks.

Image via Wikipedia

The Grand Canyon is a site for all to see; over 2 million people visit this natural phenomenon each year, since it is one of the most awesome natural landscapes in the world.

It is not every day that we are able to see from 5,000 feet about sea level, and yet to be able to look up or down through this huge crater of history, is truly a sight to be seen.

Located right here in North America, west of the Mississippi River is one of the most amazing sites for the eye to behold. As you look deep into the Canyon there lies years of history, which information ranging back as far as fifteen million years. From the highest peak of 9,000 feet above sea level, you are able to see the many slops and gorges which lay within this deep crevice made by the Colorado River.

The Colorado River deep down at the bottom of the canyon rolls along over its and through the base of the 217 crevice which can be as small as 4 miles wide, while it widest is 18 miles. Getting down there is an awesome adventure whether you choose Winter, Summer, Spring or the Autumn season, during the winter a the base of the canyon you can stand on the ice at the most north rim. The summer time is really a very hot time to go hiking into the Grand Canyon since it is very hot; Arizona is one of the hottest States during the summer months. Probably the Autumn or Spring time would be best, but it is wise to bring along a guide, there are stories of people who have gotten lost in the Canyon, some found a live, some not so lucky, while others are still wonder through the vastness of the Canyon.

Image via Wikipedia

During the mid winter as your stand at the northern rim, you get to look into the Canyon and see not only the layers of stone that has been weathered to reveal stories of their own, but to look deep down at subtropical vegetation, which seems to find it way through the rocks.

The Grand Canyon is a site for all to see; over 2 million people visit this natural phenomenon each year, since it is one of the most awesome natural landscapes in the world.

It is not every day that we are able to see from 5,000 feet about sea level, and yet to be able to look up or down through this huge crater of history, is truly a sight to be seen.

Image via Wikipedia

To be able to over look the canyon in early morning as the sun rises, must surely be an awesome sight!

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papaleng

Oct 7th, 2009

Though I have read and researched much about this spectacular site, still i’m fascinated each time I see a picture of Grand Canyon. another well-researched article. So informative.

Christine Ramsay

Oct 7th, 2009

A great article and fantastic photos. I have always wanted to visit the Grand Canyon. I wonder if I ever will.

Christine

Guy Hogan

Oct 7th, 2009

Public television recently did a special and the Grand Canyon was in it. What beauty.

PS Your article repeats itself, you know.

ceegirl

Oct 7th, 2009

nice pictures, thanks for sharing

Jenny Heart

Oct 7th, 2009

Awesome indeed! Love it!

sandie

Oct 7th, 2009

i love your pictures, its everybodys dream to visit the states to see the canyons, its the first place i would head for too if i went over there, lucky you having this on your doorstep, thanks for sharing.

Will Gray

Oct 7th, 2009

Great article and pics! Truly awesome!

PR Mace

Oct 9th, 2009

Great article. I hope I can one day go there.

littlekid137

Oct 9th, 2009

The grand canyon is the #1 place in the world for suicides, you get a good view before you go :) Nice work.

CutestPrincess

Nov 5th, 2009

magnificent place… wish to visit that place…

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