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Wupatki National Monument


Flagstaff, Arizona

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Eight hundred years ago, people moved to the Wupatki area to farm the recently deposited volcanic soil. They stayed a little more than a century and left behind extensive accomplishments, including a 100-room pueblo, amphitheater, ball court, and at least 30 types of pottery. 35,253 acres [14,266.4 hectares]. Facilities include hiking, picnic areas, scenic drives. Open all year. Off US 89, about 65 miles [104.6 kilometers] southeast of Grand Canyon NP. +1 520 679 2365.





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