The Grand Canyon South Rim The desert scrub featured among the South Rim attractions receives only about 15 inches of rain annually. Therefore, you will see a lot of pinyon and juniper trees in this desert forest. These trees have small leaves to accommodate the warm and arid climate. The monsoon rains that hit the… Read more »
A great way to explore the Grand Canyon is to take a Grand Canyon tour from Las Vegas – a day trip offered by companies, such as Grand Vegas Tours. One of the best sellers is a day trip that leaves from Las Vegas and stops, first, at Hoover Dam before proceeding on to Grand… Read more »
The History of the Canyon The Grand Canyon is a mysterious place, one where rock formations create a surreal experience. The first people to settle his area were the Paleo Indians about 11,000 years ago. Some of the figurines discovered by scientists have reported through radiocarbon dating to be about 4,000 years old. No other… Read more »
One of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is indeed grand, given the large area it covers. If you think carrying a GPS is practical in the canyon, think again. You should rely on one of the guides that lead tours in Grand Canyon areas. Tours in Grand Canyon: The Major… Read more »
If you are a collector of train sets, you certainly do not want to bypass the opportunity to purchase the Grand Canyon Express – a coveted addition to any toy train collection. Featuring over 16 feet of track and a radio-controlled locomotive, this sharp-looking train will be prized by just about anyone who finds train… Read more »
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