Cliff dwelling in AZ

[BajaTaco]

We went to see a cliff dwelling last weekend and it was incredible! This place was like a dream...


anyway, I don't have time to add much now, but I posted a couple of preview pictures...


http://www.rxtx.com:8085/4wdtrips/photogallery/categories.php?cat_id=14&sessionid=55c3846b02b6d1e dbe04447a9f241516


I'll have more to add later.

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[JackSilb]

Nice.

I am assuming that these were man built, right?

-JACK

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[BajaTaco]

I believe they were built and occupied by the Sinagua indians - dated at around 1280 AD

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[JackSilb]

Way cool,

I am wondering how did they find and managed the rocks for doing the building.

Thanks,
-JACK

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[Ursidae69]

Hey Chris, looking forward to the rest of the pics. http://www.rxtx.com/4wdtrips/forum/emoticons/cool.gif That style of structure looks a lot like what you find at Chaco Canyon. I work with a lot of archaeologists who specialize in SW culture, let me know of you want me to pass along any questions.

A few Pictures of my Z...
http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4290567759

[BajaTaco]

Thanks Chuck - will do. I agree that the style looks very similar.

Jack, it's pretty neat - there are beautiful pieces of this red stone, pre-cut by mother nature (in flat slabs) laying all over the hillsides surrounding this area. It is a really convenient building material. I should mention that two of the roofs are in great shape, with beautiful lattice work on top of main beams, on top of the lattice work is a thick mat of grass which is covered with adobe mud.

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[JackSilb]

[quote]
BajaTaco said...
there are beautiful pieces of this red stone, pre-cut by mother nature (in flat slabs) laying all over the hillsides surrounding this area.Aha, that is how they got the material http://www.rxtx.com/4wdtrips/forum/emoticons/idea.gif .


Thanks!
-JACK



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[YukonPeggy]

Great find! Are these located near Prescott? Bob and I will have to spend more time in the Prescott area.

Peggy
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[BajaTaco]

As the crow flies - yes... as the 4wd crawls... no. About 3 hours with pit stops. Did you get to see Watson Lake on your way out of town?

BTW, I love your new signature!!

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[JackSilb]

Peggy, cool signature!

Could not resit posting this note.
-JACK

So much to see, so little time. Try using your 4WD tosee and do more.
Tread Lightly! empowers generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly...

[YukonPeggy]

Yes, I did see Watson Lake. Your photos mirrored its beauty...like I said, we need to return to your area and explore. Regarding the signature - glad you guys like it.

Peggy
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[JackSilb]

We should do an Arizona trip.
Baja, consider getting one planned. We will make it.
-JACK

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Tread Lightly! empowers generations to enjoy the outdoors responsibly...

[BajaTaco]

OK!!! You got it http://www.rxtx.com/4wdtrips/forum/emoticons/smile.gif

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