Grand Canyon Vacation
jescapes on 04 17, 2009
Grand Canyon, a designated world Heritage Site and a declared U.S. national park in 1919, is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It is also one of the Crown Jewels of the National Parks System.
Grand Canyon History
The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided gorge carved by the Colorado River in the State of Arizona in the United States. It is 277 miles (446 km) with a depth of over a mile (1.83 km or 6,000 feet). There is a longstanding scientific consensus that the canyon was created by the Colorado River over a period of six million years. Nearly two billion years of the Earth’s geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. The canyon began in the west that was followed by one that formed in the east. The two canyons broke through eventually and met as a single majestic rent in the earth some six million years ago.
Grand Canyon Today
Today, Grand Canyon draws nearly five million visitors per year. It boasts of its 1.2 million acre park which is home to the Canyon’s numerous endangered animals like cougars, rattlesnakes and Gila monsters, some of which you can see while walking in the park. It’s is also home to over 1,500 plant species dating thousands of years back.
Visiting here during winter time is a killer though, during this time of year, parking would be readily available. Visitors who can beat the cold find it fun as they get to see the winter snows that frequently blanket the lofty South and North Rims. The best time to enjoy the Grand Canyon’s spectacular view is during mild spring, summer and fall.
A walk in the park is a great way to explore the Grand Canyon. Flock to attractions like the Skywalk on Grand Canyon’s West Rim or the Grand Canyon Railway in Williams. If you want to maximize your time, there are the Grand Canyon jeep, bus and van tours or take a helicopter tour to get a spectacular view of the Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon Skywalk
The Skywalk is Grand Canyon’s latest addition to give visitors a wholesome view of the Grand Canyon. It is located on the edge of the Grand Canyon West. It is a horseshoe-shaped glass walkway that stands at 3,600 feet high above the floor of the canyon.
The Grand Canyon Skywalk, founded by the Hualapai Indian tribe, was opened to the general public on March 28, 2007.
Take this amazing Skywalk that you can ever dreamed of while breathing the Grand Canyon’s fresh air and enjoying the spectacular view of the canyon.
A Grand Canyon vacation will never be complete without taking photos and videos.
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