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Grand Canyon National Park, USA

From series “Famous Unesco Sites in North America”
Grand Canyon National Park, located in Arizona, is also among the world's foremost attractions. The Grand Canyon situated there is one of the natural wonders of the world. The area of ​​the national park is 4 927 square km. The southern region is the most visited. The national park was founded in 1919. In recent years, it was annually attended by 5 million people.

Grand Canyon National Park, USA Some people come to the park for sightseeing tours, while others remain on its territory for a few days or even weeks to explore all the beauty. Of course, the main attraction of the park is the Grand Canyon itself. It doesn’t differ with an outstanding scale. The landmark attracts with harmonious and impressive appearance, as well as the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Many geologists call the Grand Canyon a unique natural museum. It’s composed of incredible diversity of species, which can be found in different parts of the world individually, but nowhere together.

Another amazing feature of the park are the numerous caves, where ancient paintings were discovered. As scientists found out, people have lived in these caves more than 4 000 years ago. The tourists who are interested in the history of the ancient world, will have an opportunity to visit several interesting archaeological areas in the national park of the Grand Canyon, where traces of the earliest settlements have been discovered. Nature lovers will appreciate the forest located in the park. Its main inhabitants are North American squirrels. Next - Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza


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Grand Canyon National Park - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Chase ATM' located in 0.76 km ( check the route on the map).
Fuel station: 'Texaco Tusayan' in 9 km
Supermarket: 'Delaware North Park Services' in 1.54 km
Parking: 'Lot C' in 0.28 km
Apotheek: 'North Country HealthCare - Grand Canyon' in 1.33 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'El Tovar Dining Room' in 0.01 km
Railway station: 'Train Depot' in 0.11 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Nellis Air Force Base Airport LSV - in 260 km
 »  Papago Army Heliport Airport P18 - in 287 km
 »  Sky Harbor Airport PHX - in 292 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Grand Canyon National Park

Holiday Inn Express Grand Canyon

Located in 9 km from Grand Canyon National Park
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Rooms: 194
A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in all guest rooms at Holiday Inn Express Grand Canyon. Simply furnished, each air-conditioned room boasts … More: photo, rates and booking
Grand Canyon Inn

Located in 44 km from Grand Canyon National Park
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Rooms: 72
Styled in a Southwestern theme, each non-smoking room provides a flat-screen TV, free toiletries and an en suite bathroom at Grand Canyon Inn. Tea … More: photo, rates and booking
Dumplin Patch Bed & Breakfast

Located in 45 km from Grand Canyon National Park
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Rooms: 4
The accommodations at the Dumplin Patch Bed and Breakfast include cable TV and private entrances. All rooms have their own private bathrooms. This … More: photo, rates and booking
Quality Inn Navajo Nation

Located in 80 km from Grand Canyon National Park
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Rooms: 125
This hotel's accommodations include a free hot breakfast, free local calls, free coffee, an on-site gift shop and picnic area. Guests are provided … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Grand Canyon
2 km - Grand Canyon
You can say without a doubt that the most famous canyon in the world is the Grand Canyon. It is situated in the unique national park of the same name. The length of the canyon is 446 kilometers and the depth is about 1,800 meters. Despite the fact that these parameters …
Supai Village
53 km - Supai Village
Supai Village is an Indian settlement in Arizona. It is one of the most remote, hard to get and beautiful place in the whole world. This small settlement has placed at the ground of the Grand Canyon. It is impossible to get there by even one overland transport. A …
Navajo Bridge
95 km - Navajo Bridge
Many bungee jumping fans visit the Grand Canyon National Park, located in the USA. Here is the Navajo pedestrian bridge, on which the special platform for bungee was equipped. The experienced travelers prefer to visit this area in September. At this time, the …
The Wave
105 km - The Wave
On the border of Arizona, U.S., there is one of the most amazing and spectacular rock formations on the planet called the Wave. The Wave consisting of limestone is picturesque series of colorful hills and valleys shimmering in all possible shades of ocher. Scientists …
Antelope Canyon
112 km - Antelope Canyon
In the USA is the famous Antelope Canyon - the attraction center for the professional photographers and the curious tourists. The site is located in the state of Arizona, on the territory of the Reservation Navajo. Therefore the entrance to the territory is paid for. …
Grand Canyon Skywalk
150 km - Grand Canyon Skywalk
Grand Canyon Skywalk is in the U.S., within the National Park Grand Canyon. It has a horseshoe shape and hangs over a precipice giving visitors an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the Grand Canyon in full. Wall and floor pads are made of durable laminated glass, …
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