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Famous for the astonishing cliff dwellings built into its rocky outcroppings by the Anasazi people, Mesa Verde National Park is a spectacular monument to the area's history. The dwellings, left behind nearly a thousand years ago by the Anasazi when they migrated to what are now New Mexico and Arizona, are painstakingly constructed and preserved, accessible to visitors by guided tour. Along with ancient dams, pueblos and towers, the dwellings provide a view into the rich archaeology of the park.
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5 of 5 stars
ynotc
Sydney, Australia
Nov 14, 2009

This was a marvellous surprise; after the dismal dining at Bouchon in Las Vegas, and the Tovar Hotel restaurant in the Grand Canyon our expectations of vaunted restaurants had been sorely tested on...more

“My favorite place in Cortez - Mesa Verde National Park”
4 of 5 stars
emmo11
CA
Oct 8, 2009

Mesa Verde National Park in Southwest Colorado , It is the nation's largest archaeological preserve and features over 4,000 known archaeological sites, including cliff dwellings . It's really a unique...more

“Wow! Mountains, tours and sights are tremendous!”
5 of 5 stars
amoghe
Middletown, NJ
Aug 27, 2009

What a great day! We drove here from Pagosa Springs and it was an absolutely breathtaking drive to and at the park. One bit of advice, Don't go with your GPS directions, it'll lead you to a...more

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