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The Grand Canyon
Both breathtaking and overwhelming at the
same time, the 1.6-kilometer deep and 16-
kilometer wide Grand Canyon is a testament
to 2,000 million years of geological history.
Vast, magniCicent and inarguably beautiful,
the Grand Canyon is easily Arizona’s most
distinguishable landmark—a natural wonder
you must see to believe. Stretching 277 miles
from end to end, its rocky walls descend more
than a mile to the canyon’s Cloor, where the
wild Colorado River traces a swift course
southwest. This massive chasm in northern Arizona is truly a natural wonder. For six million years, the Grand Canyon has expanded with the help of the mighty Colorado River, and for centuries, people
from all over the globe have traveled to gaze out over its red and orange grandeur. Managed by the National Park Service and ofCicially designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Grand Canyon leaves its approximately 6 million visitors per year awestruck. But if you're seeking a secluded escape to Mother Nature, you should be prepared: The Grand Canyon can be very crowded. The South Rim – home to the Grand Canyon Village and
the well-worn Bright Angel Trail – is particularly popular for sightseers and hikers. It is on this side that you'll Cind the most amenities. For a break from the crowds, head to the North Rim. This is the place for backwoods camping and
hardcore hiking or rafting .