(Flagstaff AZ)
Another pueblo ruin of the Sinagua natives was found right next to the highway at the base of Mount Elden. Again, it was of rock-n-mortar construction, likely 60 rooms and occupied by about 300 people for around 200 years.
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It is believed to have been along a trade route based on artifacts found at the site that originated from Mexico and coastal California. The Hopi natives believe these people were their ancestors.
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There wasn’t much to see there as the area is still considered an archeological study site. On the same day, I had attempted to visit the Walnut Canyon cliff dwellings a few miles away. However, it was closed due to smoke from a nearby wildfire covering the area.
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I did manage to get a zoom photo of a cliff dwelling from the Visitor Center. But, that was not the major portion. Then, it was on to another forest boondocking camp.
Camp: Coconino NF FR-787 boondock
Scene: Pueblo, ruins
Thank you for all the extra efforts to bring us this photo journey.
You’re welcome Barney. Glad to oblige.