Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Grand Canyon this Year

There are many reasons to visit the Grand Canyon and explore the majestic lands of Northern Arizona. Whether you’re with your family, your spouse/girlfriend, or by yourself, the Grand Canyon has much to offer and will not disappoint. An experience at the Canyon is truly unique and bigger than just a destination; it is a jaw dropping, full body, and awe inspiring experience you will remember for the rest of your life.

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1. It’s one of the great wonders of the world

The Grand Canyon is one of the great wonders of the world; in fact it is considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It has also been called the Eighth Wonder of the World. It’s a place that everyone should visit at some point in their life, young or old. The immense beauty and wonder will surely impact all who lay their eyes on it for a lifetime.

2. It’s living history

Some say the Grand Canyon is around 10 million years old and there is evidence that it has been inhabited for approximately 4,000 years. Archaeologists and researchers have unearthed close to 5,000 Indian sites from thousands of years past.

3. The scenery is hardly fathomable

The Grand Canyon is almost 300 miles long and 20 miles wide, with a depth of over a mile. You will surely stop in your tracks the first time you see it’s vast size. It stretches over the horizon as far as the naked eye can see, and that is just the surface. The Colorado River has carved out 2 billion years of history from the rock layers and continues to do so every year.

4. There are countless activities to experience

Between the newly added, one of a kind Skywalk, to guided airplane, helicopter, and bus tours, there is much to explore and discover. Some of the outdoor adventures the Canyon has to offer include hiking, camping, donkey rides, and rafting on the Colorado River. There are guided tours to the canyon floor, ancient Indian archaeological sites, and a host of wildlife and vegetation to see.

5. It’s open year round

The Grand Canyon is open 365 days a year (I’m not sure how you could ‘close’ such a huge place). It is not a season-sensitive destination. Temperatures at the site are similar to low-level desert climates. It is typically dry most of the year aside from two annual precipitation periods. Be aware of the current conditions to make the most of your visit and be assured that it is a safe one.

Make this the year you come see this majestic beauty.

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